What is the cheapest way to get from Columbia to Los Angeles?

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Los Angeles is to bus which costs $390 - $800 and takes 2 days 10h.

What is the fastest way to get from Columbia to Los Angeles?

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Los Angeles is to fly which takes 9h 17m and costs $290 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Los Angeles?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Los Angeles station. However, there are services departing from Sumter Laurel South and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station via Columbia, SC, Camden, Atlanta Bus Station and Dallas Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 10h.

Is there a direct train between Columbia and Los Angeles?

No, there is no direct train from Columbia station to Los Angeles. However, there are services departing from Columbia Station and arriving at Los Angeles via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3 days 1h.

How far is it from Columbia to Los Angeles?

The distance between Columbia and Los Angeles is 2161 miles. The road distance is 2388.8 miles.

How do I travel from Columbia to Los Angeles without a car?

The best way to get from Columbia to Los Angeles without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 10h and costs $390 - $800.

How long does it take to get from Columbia to Los Angeles?

It takes approximately 9h 17m to get from Columbia to Los Angeles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Los Angeles bus from?

Columbia to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, depart from Columbia, SC station.

Where do I catch the Columbia to Los Angeles train from?

Columbia to Los Angeles train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Columbia Station.

Train, bus or fly from Columbia to Los Angeles?

The best way to get from Columbia to Los Angeles is to fly which takes 9h 17m and costs $290 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $390 - $800 and takes 2 days 10h, you could also train, which costs $1,100 - $2,400 and takes 3 days 1h.

Where does the Columbia to Los Angeles bus arrive?

Columbia to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Wanda Coach, arrive at Camden station.

What is the time difference between Columbia and Los Angeles?

Los Angeles is 3h behind Columbia. It is currently 4:05 PM in Columbia and 1:05 PM in Los Angeles.

Where does the Columbia to Los Angeles train arrive?

Columbia to Los Angeles train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Columbia to Los Angeles?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Los Angeles is 2389 miles. It takes approximately 37h 28m to drive from Columbia to Los Angeles.

How do I get a train ticket from Columbia to Los Angeles?

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Where can I stay near Los Angeles?

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Columbia to Los Angeles - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Columbia to Los Angeles by plane, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, or train

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Fly to Los Angeles International Airport
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1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane CAE - LAX
9h 17m
$298–1,214
Bus
1. Take the bus from Columbia, SC to Camdenbus
2. Take the bus from Camden to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Dallas Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
2d 10h
$394–766
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Columbia Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Los Angelestrain
3d 1h
$1,107–2,334
Drive 2,374.9 mi
1. Drive from Columbia to Los Angelescar 2,374.9 mi
37h 28m
$434–626
Fly to Burbank Bob Hope Airport
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane CAE - BUR
10h 38m
$478–1,912
Fly to Ontario International Airport, train
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to Ontario International Airport (ONT)plane CAE - ONT
2. Take the train from Rancho Cucamonga to L.A. Union Stationtrain
11h 1m
$392–1,616
Fly to John Wayne Airport Orange County
1. Fly from Columbia (CAE) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane CAE - SNA
12h 28m
$492–2,022

Columbia to Los Angeles by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 2,148.7 mi
Duration: 9h 17m

What companies run services between Columbia, SC, USA and Los Angeles, CA, USA?

Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Columbia (CAE) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sumter Laurel South to Los Angeles Union Station via Broad Marley North, Columbia, SC, Camden, Atlanta Bus Station, and Dallas Bus Station in around 2d 10h.

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