How to travel from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €151.

Distance: 830 miles (1336 km)

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€134

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€401

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€129

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22h 56m

Average total duration

22h 26m

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30m

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51h 37m

Average total duration

51h 7m

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5h 54m

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2h 54m

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3h 0m

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1.3 - 3.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.4 - 1.2kg

CO2 emissions

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4.0 - 8.0kg

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frontier airlines

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The cheapest way to travel from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA is a flight with an average price of €129.

This is compared to other travel options from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA:

A flight is €61 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA costing on average €190.

A flight is €272 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA costing on average €401.

The fastest way to travel from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 54m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 22h 28m.

Train takes on average 51h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Denver, CO and Los Angeles, CA including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users.

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from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA

How to get from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • frontier airlinesF94345
    10:39 PM2h32
    Denver International Airport
    12:11 AMLos Angeles International Airport
    401One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • frontier airlinesF94345
    10:39 PM2h32
    Denver International Airport
    12:11 AMLos Angeles International Airport
    401One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • frontier airlinesF91261
    10:29 PM2h20
    Denver International Airport
    11:49 PMOntario International Airport
    781One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak5 California Zephyr · 718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK
    8:46 AM42h39
    Union Station, Denver, CO
    2:25 AMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA
    2241One-way
    2 transfers
  • Amtrak6 California Zephyr · 3 Southwest Chief
    6:59 PM62h13
    Union Station, Denver, CO
    8:12 AMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA
    2661One-way
    1 transfer
  • Greyhound ·
    11:05 AM22h10
    Denver, Union Station
    8:15 AMLos Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA
    1071One-way
    1 transfer
  • Greyhound · · ·
    8:10 PM38h00
    Denver, Union Station
    9:10 AMLos Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA
    1091One-way
    3 transfers
  • Greyhound · ·
    7:35 PM27h55
    Denver, Union Station
    10:30 PMLos Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA
    1231One-way
    2 transfers
  • frontier airlinesF93155
    7:00 AM2h33
    Denver International Airport
    8:33 AMLos Angeles International Airport
    401One-way
    0 transfers
  • frontier airlinesF92341
    12:32 PM2h37
    Denver International Airport
    2:09 PMLos Angeles International Airport
    681One-way
    0 transfers
  • frontier airlinesF92907
    8:44 AM2h21
    Denver International Airport
    10:05 AMOntario International Airport
    781One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA

Travel to Los Angeles, CA easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA.

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There are 3 options to travel between Denver, CO and Los Angeles, CA including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA is a flight with an average price of €129.

This is compared to other travel options from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA:

A flight is €5 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA costing on average €134.

A flight is €272 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA costing on average €401.

The fastest way to travel from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 54m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 22h 26m.

Train takes on average 51h 7m.

The distance from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA is approximately 830 miles (1336 km).
The average frequency per day from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA is:
  • Around 101 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Denver, CO and Los Angeles, CA as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA:
  • Flights mostly depart from Denver International Airport and arrive in Los Angeles International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Union Station, Denver, CO and arrive in Union Station, Los Angeles, CA.
  • Buses mostly depart from Denver, Union Station and arrive in Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Los Angeles, CA by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Los Angeles, CA by train.
  • Travel with frontier airlines, United, skywest airlines, Spirit Airlines to go to Los Angeles, CA by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA:
  • 17 direct flights per day with frontier airlines, United, skywest airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Denver, CO to Los Angeles, CA often also extend their vacation to go to San Diego, CA, San Francisco, CA, Las Vegas, NV, Tijuana, New York, NY. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Los Angeles, CA and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Los Angeles, CA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Los Angeles, CA, you can explore Venice Beach Boardwalk with its eclectic shops and street performers, visit the historic El Capitan Theatre for a classic movie experience, or take a scenic hike in Runyon Canyon Park for panoramic city views. Enjoy a live performance at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, or discover unique exhibits at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. Best sights include the Griffith Observatory for stunning city views and astronomy exhibits, The Getty Center for art and gardens, the historic Santa Monica Pier, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) with its diverse collections.
To fully experience Los Angeles, CA, it's ideal to spend at least 3 to 5 days. This allows time to visit popular attractions like Hollywood, Santa Monica, and the Getty Center, while also exploring the city's diverse neighborhoods and cultural offerings.
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