How to travel from Schenectady, NY to Los Angeles, CA

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from Schenectady, NY to Los Angeles, CA

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

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

  • Amtrak
    7:33 PM60h24
    Schenectady, NY
    7:57 AMLos Angeles, CA
    $13021One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Amtrak
    7:33 PM60h24
    Schenectady, NY
    7:57 AMLos Angeles, CA
    $13021One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Amtrak
    7:33 PM60h24
    Schenectady, NY
    7:57 AMLos Angeles, CA
    $13021One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Schenectady, NY 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 Schenectady, NY to Los Angeles, CA.

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There are 3 options to travel between Schenectady, NY and Los Angeles, CA including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Schenectady, NY to Los Angeles, CA is a bus with an average price of $359 (€292).

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

A bus is $177 (€144) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Schenectady, NY to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $536 (€435).

A bus is $1016 (€825) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schenectady, NY to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $1376 (€1117).

The fastest way to travel from Schenectady, NY to Los Angeles, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 9h 45m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Train takes on average 59h 49m.

Bus takes on average 75h 43m.

The distance from Schenectady, NY to Los Angeles, CA is approximately 2443 miles (3932 km).
The average frequency per day from Schenectady, NY to Los Angeles, CA is:
  • Around 36 flights per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Schenectady, NY 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 Schenectady, NY to Los Angeles, CA:
  • Flights mostly depart from Albany International Airport and arrive in Los Angeles International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Schenectady Station, Schenectady, NY and arrive in Union Station, Los Angeles, CA.
  • Buses mostly depart from Schenectady, State St / Water St and arrive in Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Schenectady, NY 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.
Omio customers who travel from Schenectady, NY 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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