What is the cheapest way to get from California to Idaho Falls?

The cheapest way to get from California to Idaho Falls is to drive which costs $160 - $240 and takes 13h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from California to Idaho Falls?

The fastest way to get from California to Idaho Falls is to fly which takes 3h 34m and costs $130 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between California and Idaho Falls?

No, there is no direct bus from California to Idaho Falls. However, there are services departing from Downtown Los Angeles and arriving at Idaho Falls via Las Vegas and Ogden, UT. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 49m.

How far is it from California to Idaho Falls?

The distance between California and Idaho Falls is 766 miles. The road distance is 903.4 miles.

How do I travel from California to Idaho Falls without a car?

The best way to get from California to Idaho Falls without a car is to bus which takes 17h 49m and costs $180 - $290.

How long does it take to get from California to Idaho Falls?

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from California to Idaho Falls, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Idaho Falls bus from?

California to Idaho Falls bus services, operated by Tufesa, depart from Downtown Los Angeles station.

Bus or fly from California to Idaho Falls?

The best way to get from California to Idaho Falls is to fly which takes 3h 34m and costs $130 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $180 - $290 and takes 17h 49m.

Where does the California to Idaho Falls bus arrive?

California to Idaho Falls bus services, operated by Tufesa, arrive at Las Vegas station.

What is the time difference between California and Idaho Falls?

Idaho Falls is 1h ahead of California. It is currently 1:55 PM in California and 2:55 PM in Idaho Falls.

Can I drive from California to Idaho Falls?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Idaho Falls is 903 miles. It takes approximately 13h 45m to drive from California to Idaho Falls.

Where can I stay near Idaho Falls?

There are 69+ hotels available in Idaho Falls.

California to Idaho Falls - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 7 ways to get from California to Idaho Falls by plane, bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County
best
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Idaho Falls (IDA)plane SNA - IDA
3h 34m
$131–492
Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to Idaho Falls (IDA)plane FAT - IDA
7h 27m
$70–381
Bus
1. Take the bus from Downtown Los Angeles to Las Vegasbus
2. Take the bus from Las Vegas to Ogden, UTbus
3. Take the bus from Ogden, UT to Idaho Fallsbus
17h 49m
$183–281
Drive 898.2 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Idaho Fallscar 898.2 mi
13h 45m
$164–237
Fly from Sacramento International Airport
1. Fly from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to Idaho Falls (IDA)plane SMF - IDA
6h 14m
$76–403
Fly from Long Beach Airport
1. Fly from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Idaho Falls (IDA)plane LGB - IDA
6h 57m
$105–591
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Las Vegas Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Las Vegas Bus Terminal to Cedar Citybus
3. Take a shuttle bus from Cedar City - SUU to Salt Lake City Airportshuttle
4. Take the bus from Salt Lake City Airport to Idaho Fallsbus
20h 3m
$164–278

California to Idaho Falls by bus

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17h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 761.4 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between California, USA and Idaho Falls, ID, USA?

Allegiant Air, Delta, and Alaska Airlines, Inc. fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Idaho Falls (IDA) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Downtown Los Angeles to Idaho Falls via Las Vegas and Ogden, UT in around 17h 49m.

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