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

The cheapest way to get from Dallas to Los Angeles is to fly and train which costs $190 - $300 and takes 8h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dallas to Los Angeles is to fly which takes 5h 36m and costs $85 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Dallas and Los Angeles?

No, there is no direct bus from Dallas to Los Angeles. However, there are services departing from Houston @ Main - S - Ns and arriving at Los Angeles via Dallas and El Paso. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Dallas and Los Angeles?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dallas and arriving at Los Angeles. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 42h 57m.

How far is it from Dallas to Los Angeles?

The distance between Dallas and Los Angeles is 1272 miles. The road distance is 1415.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dallas to Los Angeles without a car is to bus via Ciudad Juárez which takes 29h 4m and costs $200 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Dallas to Los Angeles, including transfers.

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

Dallas to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from Dallas station.

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

Dallas to Los Angeles train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Dallas station.

Train, bus or fly from Dallas to Los Angeles?

The best way to get from Dallas to Los Angeles is to fly which takes 5h 36m and costs $85 - $390. Alternatively, you can bus via Ciudad Juárez, which costs $200 - $310 and takes 29h 4m, you could also train, which costs $420 - $1,100 and takes 42h 57m.

Where does the Dallas to Los Angeles bus arrive?

Dallas to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at El Paso station.

What is the time difference between Dallas and Los Angeles?

Los Angeles is 2h behind Dallas. It is currently 2:55 PM in Dallas and 12:55 PM in Los Angeles.

Where does the Dallas to Los Angeles train arrive?

Dallas to Los Angeles train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

Can I drive from Dallas to Los Angeles?

Yes, the driving distance between Dallas to Los Angeles is 1415 miles. It takes approximately 22h 31m to drive from Dallas to Los Angeles.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Dallas to Los Angeles?

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Where can I stay near Los Angeles?

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Fly Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport
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1. Fly from Dallas (DAL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane DAL - LAX
5h 36m
$88–389
Bus via Ciudad Juárez
1. Take the bus from Dallas to El Pasobus El Paso
2. Take the bus from El Paso to Los Angelesbus El Paso
29h 4m
$208–303
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Dallas to Los Angelestrain Texas Eagle
42h 57m
$420–1,100
Drive 1,407.2 mi
1. Drive from Dallas to Los Angelescar 1,407.2 mi
22h 31m
$257–371
Fly Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport
1. Fly from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane DFW - LAX
6h 22m
$180–456
Fly Dallas to Burbank Bob Hope Airport
1. Fly from Dallas (DAL) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane DAL - BUR
6h 25m
$122–566
Fly Dallas to Long Beach Airport
1. Fly from Dallas (DAL) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)plane DAL - LGB
7h 1m
$92–412
Fly Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Burbank Bob Hope Airport
1. Fly from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane DFW - BUR
7h 10m
$259–663
Fly Dallas to Ontario International Airport, train
1. Fly from Dallas (DAL) to Ontario International Airport (ONT)plane DAL - ONT
2. Take the train from Rancho Cucamonga to L.A. Union Stationtrain
7h 24m
$116–510
Fly Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to Ontario International Airport, train
1. Fly from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Ontario International Airport (ONT)plane DFW - ONT
2. Take the train from Rancho Cucamonga to L.A. Union Stationtrain
8h 16m
$193–297
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US1000
31h 30m
$221–362

Dallas to Los Angeles by train (Amtrak)

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42h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,264.5 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Dallas, TX, USA and Los Angeles, CA, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from Dallas (DAL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Houston @ Main - S - Ns to Los Angeles via Jefferson @ Marsalis - W - Ns, Dallas, and El Paso in around 29h 4m.

Airlines

Website: southwest.com

Flights from Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport

Ave. Duration: 3h 16m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $75–370

Flights from Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 5h 1m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $75–370

Flights from Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport via El Paso

Ave. Duration: 5h 10m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $75–370

Flights from Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 5h 15m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: $80–380

Flights from Dallas to Burbank Bob Hope Airport

Ave. Duration: 3h 20m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $110–550

Flights from Dallas to Burbank Bob Hope Airport via Albuquerque

Ave. Duration: 4h 40m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $110–550

Flights from Dallas to Burbank Bob Hope Airport via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 5h 10m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $110–550

Flights from Dallas to Burbank Bob Hope Airport via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 5h 5m
When: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $110–550

Flights from Dallas to Burbank Bob Hope Airport via Austin

Ave. Duration: 5h 25m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: $120–600

Flights from Dallas to Long Beach Airport

Ave. Duration: 3h 11m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $80–400

Flights from Dallas to Long Beach Airport via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 4h 55m
When: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $80–400

Flights from Dallas to Long Beach Airport via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 5h 8m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $85–410

Flights from Dallas to Long Beach Airport via Austin

Ave. Duration: 5h 3m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $90–430

Flights from Dallas to Ontario International Airport

Ave. Duration: 3h 5m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $100–490

Flights from Dallas to Ontario International Airport via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 4h 47m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $100–490

Flights from Dallas to Ontario International Airport via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 4h 58m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $100–500

Flights from Dallas to Ontario International Airport via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h 15m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $110–550

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