How to travel from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €100. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 53m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €100, and a train costs an average of €109.

Distance: 960 miles (1545 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA is a bus with an average price of €222.

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

A bus is €26 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average €249.

A bus is €28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average €250.

The fastest way to travel from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 53m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 25h 34m.

Train takes on average 34h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA.

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There are 3 options to travel between Seattle, WA and Los Angeles, CA including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA is a bus with an average price of €222.

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

A bus is €26 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average €249.

A bus is €28 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA costing on average €250.

The fastest way to travel from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 53m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 25h 34m.

Train takes on average 34h 30m.

The distance from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA is approximately 960 miles (1545 km).
The average frequency per day from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA is:
  • Around 83 flights per day.
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 9 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA:
  • Flights mostly depart from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport and arrive in Los Angeles International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from King Street Station, Seattle, WA and arrive in Union Station, Los Angeles, CA.
  • Buses mostly depart from Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus 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 Seattle, WA 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 Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United, skywest airlines, American Airlines to go to Los Angeles, CA by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Los Angeles, CA by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Seattle, WA to Los Angeles, CA with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
  • 12 direct flights per day with Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United, skywest airlines, American Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Seattle, WA 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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