How to travel from Santa Rosa, CA to Los Angeles, CA

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Santa Rosa, CA to Los Angeles, CA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Rosa, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $92 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $92, while a flight costs an average of $191.

Distance: 392 miles (631 km)

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$92

Average price

Cheapest

$191

Average price

10h 42m

Average total duration

10h 12m

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30m

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3h 29m

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1h 29m

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2h 0m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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1.9 - 3.8kg

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

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from Santa Rosa, CA to Los Angeles, CA

How to get from Santa Rosa, CA to Los Angeles, CA by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Amtrak6514 AMTRAK · 714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK
    11:15 AM9h40
    Santa Rosa, CA
    8:55 PMGlendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA
    $911One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Amtrak6514 AMTRAK · 714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK
    11:15 AM9h40
    Santa Rosa, CA
    8:55 PMGlendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA
    $911One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Amtrak6514 AMTRAK · 714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK
    11:15 AM9h40
    Santa Rosa, CA
    8:55 PMGlendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA
    $911One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak6510 AMTRAK · 710 Gold Runner · 5710 AMTRAK
    6:35 AM10h20
    Santa Rosa, CA
    4:55 PMGlendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA
    $911One-way
    2 transfers
  • Amtrak6318 AMTRAK · 718 Gold Runner · 5818 AMTRAK
    3:30 PM10h40
    Santa Rosa, CA
    2:10 AMGlendale Transportation Center, Glendale, CA
    $911One-way
    2 transfers
  • Amtrak6514 AMTRAK · 714 Gold Runner · 5714 AMTRAK
    11:15 AM10h00
    Santa Rosa, CA
    9:15 PMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA
    $921One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Santa Rosa, CA 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 Santa Rosa, CA to Los Angeles, CA.

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There are 3 options to travel between Santa Rosa, CA and Los Angeles, CA including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Santa Rosa, CA to Los Angeles, CA is a train with an average price of $92.

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

A train is $85 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Santa Rosa, CA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $177.

A train is $99 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Santa Rosa, CA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $191.

The fastest way to travel from Santa Rosa, CA to Los Angeles, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 29m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 42m.

Bus takes on average 13h 25m.

The distance from Santa Rosa, CA to Los Angeles, CA is approximately 392 miles (631 km).
The average frequency per day from Santa Rosa, CA to Los Angeles, CA is:
  • Around 9 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Santa Rosa, 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 Santa Rosa, CA to Los Angeles, CA:
  • {stationMode_1} mostly depart from Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County Airport and arrive in Los Angeles International Airport.
  • {stationMode_2} mostly depart from {departureStation_2} and arrive in Union Station, Los Angeles, CA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Santa Rosa, CA to Los Angeles, CA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Alaska Airlines, Avelo Airlines, United to go to Los Angeles, CA by flight.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Los Angeles, CA by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Santa Rosa, CA to Los Angeles, CA:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Alaska Airlines, Avelo Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Santa Rosa, CA 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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