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

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

The cheapest way to travel from Sacramento, CA to Los Angeles, CA is a bus with an average price of $78 (€66).

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

A bus is $61 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Sacramento, CA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $140 (€117).

A bus is $558 (€467) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sacramento, CA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $636 (€532).

The fastest way to travel from Sacramento, CA to Los Angeles, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 29m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 40m.

Train takes on average 14h 53m.

The distance from Sacramento, CA to Los Angeles, CA is approximately 361 miles (582 km).

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

• Around 87 flights per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.
• Around 1 trains per day.

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

• Flights mostly depart from Sacramento International Airport and arrive in Burbank.
• Trains mostly depart from Sacramento Valley Station, Sacramento, CA and arrive in Union Station, Los Angeles, CA.
• Buses mostly depart from Sacramento, Bus Terminal and arrive in Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Sacramento, CA 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 Spirit Airlines, United, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines to go to Los Angeles, CA by flight.
• Travel with Amtrak to go to Los Angeles, CA by train.

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

• 4 direct buses per day with Greyhound, FlixBus.
• 3 direct flights per day with United, American Airlines.
• 1 direct trains per day with Amtrak.

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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.