How to travel from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $226 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.2 - 3.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $226, while a train costs an average of $556.

Distance: 2445 miles (3936 km)

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$556

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$262

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66h 36m

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66h 6m

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65h 15m

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1.2 - 3.5kg

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11.8 - 23.6kg

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3.9 - 9.8kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY is a bus with an average price of $226.

This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY:

A bus is $35 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY costing on average $262.

A bus is $330 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY costing on average $556.

The fastest way to travel from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 47m.

Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:

Bus takes on average 65h 15m.

Train takes on average 66h 36m.

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

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from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY

How to get from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY by train, bus or flight.

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flight

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

  • Alaska AirlinesAS537 · AS314
    5:34 PM9h56
    Burbank
    6:30 AMNewark Liberty International Airport
    $2731One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Alaska AirlinesAS537 · AS314
    5:34 PM9h56
    Burbank
    6:30 AMNewark Liberty International Airport
    $2731One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • UnitedUA2186
    9:14 PM5h07
    John Wayne Airport
    5:21 AMNewark Liberty International Airport
    $5871One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Greyhound · · +FlixBusFlixBus
    11:30 PM78h45
    Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA
    9:15 AMNew York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station
    $3601One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus+Greyhound · ·
    1:45 PM88h30
    Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA
    9:15 AMNew York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station
    $3611One-way
    5 transfers
  • Greyhound · · +FlixBusFlixBus
    12:55 PM68h00
    Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA
    11:55 AMNew York, 28 Allen St., NY
    $3631One-way
    3 transfers
  • Alaska AirlinesAS478 · AS314
    2:06 PM13h24
    Burbank
    6:30 AMNewark Liberty International Airport
    $2791One-way
    1 transfer
  • Alaska AirlinesAS1389 · AS314
    12:15 PM15h15
    Burbank
    6:30 AMNewark Liberty International Airport
    $2791One-way
    1 transfer
  • Alaska AirlinesAS1388 · AS314
    11:08 AM16h22
    Burbank
    6:30 AMNewark Liberty International Airport
    $2791One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY

Travel to New York, NY 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 Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY.

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There are 3 options to travel between Los Angeles, CA and New York, NY including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY is a bus with an average price of $226.

This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY:

A bus is $35 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY costing on average $262.

A bus is $330 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY costing on average $556.

The fastest way to travel from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 47m.

Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:

Bus takes on average 65h 15m.

Train takes on average 66h 36m.

The distance from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY is approximately 2445 miles (3936 km).
The average frequency per day from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY is:
  • Around 132 flights per day.
  • Around 33 buses per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY:
  • Flights mostly depart from Los Angeles International Airport and arrive in Newark Liberty International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Union Station, Los Angeles, CA and arrive in Penn Station, New York, NY.
  • Buses mostly depart from Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA and arrive in New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, JetBlue Airways, United, Alaska Airlines to go to New York, NY by flight.
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus, LA DOT to go to New York, NY by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to New York, NY by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY:
  • 29 direct flights per day with American Airlines, JetBlue Airways, United, Alaska Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY often also extend their vacation to go to Washington, DC, Boston, MA, Philadelphia, PA, Atlantic City, NJ, Niagara Falls, NY. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between New York, NY and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in New York, NY to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a well-rounded experience in New York, NY, 4 to 5 days are recommended to explore major attractions like Central Park, the Statue of Liberty, Broadway shows, and various museums, while also allowing time for dining and local neighborhood exploration.
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