How to travel from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles, CA

There are 3 options to travel between Oakland, CA and Los Angeles, CA including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles, CA is a bus with an average price of Rp 1,469,220.

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

A bus is Rp 841,701 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average Rp 2,310,920.

A bus is Rp 11,051,934 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average Rp 12,521,154.

The fastest way to travel from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 45m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 10h 14m.

Train takes on average 12h 32m.

The distance from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles, CA is approximately 343 miles (553 km).

The average frequency per day from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles, CA is:

• Around 54 flights per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.
• Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Oakland, CA and Los Angeles, CA 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 Oakland, CA to Los Angeles, CA:

• Flights mostly depart from Oakland International Airport and arrive in Los Angeles International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Oakland – Jack London Square station, Oakland, CA and arrive in Union Station, Los Angeles, CA.
• Buses mostly depart from Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA and arrive in Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Oakland, CA 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 Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Los Angeles, CA by bus.
• Travel with Alaska Airlines, American Airlines to go to Los Angeles, CA by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Oakland, CA to Los Angeles, CA with the following travel companies:

• 1 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
• 3 direct buses per day with Greyhound, FlixBus.

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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.