How to travel from Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $107. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 3.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $107, and a train costs an average of $313.

Distance: 2335 miles (3758 km)

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Flight
Bus
Driving

$904

Average price

$318

Average price

Cheapest

$444

Average price

$575

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

91h 37m

Average total duration

91h 7m

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30m

Additional time*

10h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

7h 25m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

62h 8m

Average total duration

61h 38m

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30m

Additional time*

38h 58m

Average total duration

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1.1 - 3.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

11.3 - 22.5kg

CO2 emissions

3.8 - 9.4kg

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American Airlines

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA is a flight with an average price of $318 (€258).

This is compared to other travel options from Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA:

A flight is $126 (€103) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $444 (€361).

A flight is $586 (€476) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $904 (€734).

The fastest way to travel from Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 25m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 61h 38m.

Train takes on average 91h 7m.

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

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from Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA

How to get from Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • Greyhound · · +FlixBusFlixBus
    11:25 PM73h45
    Miami, Airport Intermodal Station
    10:10 PMLos Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA
    $2481One-way
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • Greyhound · · +FlixBusFlixBus
    11:25 PM73h45
    Miami, Airport Intermodal Station
    10:10 PMLos Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA
    $2481One-way
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • American AirlinesAA713
    7:00 AM5h25
    Miami International Airport
    9:25 AMLos Angeles International Airport
    $4921One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak40 Floridian · 3 Southwest Chief
    11:05 AM96h07
    Miami Station, Miami, FL
    8:12 AMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA
    $6431One-way
    1 transfer
  • Amtrak40 Floridian · 421 Texas Eagle
    11:05 AM117h30
    Miami Station, Miami, FL
    5:35 AMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA
    $6431One-way
    1 transfer
  • Amtrak98 Silver Meteor · 40 Floridian · 3 Southwest Chief
    7:05 AM100h07
    Miami Station, Miami, FL
    8:12 AMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA
    $9651One-way
    2 transfers
  • Greyhound · · ·
    11:25 PM67h25
    Miami, Airport Intermodal Station
    3:50 PMLos Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA
    $2601One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus+Greyhound · ·
    11:10 PM74h00
    Miami, Golden Glades Station, FL
    10:10 PMLos Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA
    $2621One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus+Greyhound ·
    3:00 PM64h45
    Miami, Airport Intermodal Station
    4:45 AMLos Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA
    $2711One-way
    2 transfers
  • Alaska AirlinesAS305 · AS488
    6:20 PM17h52
    Miami International Airport
    9:12 AMBurbank
    $3091One-way
    1 transfer
  • Alaska AirlinesAS305 · AS1364
    6:20 PM19h54
    Miami International Airport
    11:14 AMOntario International Airport
    $3201One-way
    1 transfer
  • Alaska AirlinesAS305 · AS505
    6:20 PM17h27
    Miami International Airport
    8:47 AMLos Angeles International Airport
    $3361One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Miami, FL 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 Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA.

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There are 3 options to travel between Miami, FL and Los Angeles, CA including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA is a flight with an average price of $318 (€258).

This is compared to other travel options from Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA:

A flight is $126 (€103) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $444 (€361).

A flight is $586 (€476) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $904 (€734).

The fastest way to travel from Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 25m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 61h 38m.

Train takes on average 91h 7m.

The distance from Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA is approximately 2335 miles (3758 km).
The average frequency per day from Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA is:
  • Around 59 flights per day.
  • Around 14 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Miami, FL 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 Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA:
  • Flights mostly depart from Miami International Airport and arrive in Los Angeles International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Miami Station, Miami, FL and arrive in Union Station, Los Angeles, CA.
  • Buses mostly depart from Miami, Airport Intermodal 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 Miami, FL to Los Angeles, CA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Los Angeles, CA by train.
  • Travel with American Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United, Alaska Airlines to go to Los Angeles, CA by flight.
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Los Angeles, CA by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Miami, FL 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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