What is the cheapest way to get from Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown?

The cheapest way to get from Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown is to fly which costs $110 - $480 and takes 10h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown?

The fastest way to get from Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown is to fly which takes 7h 32m and costs $170 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit and Los Angeles Downtown?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit station to Los Angeles Downtown. However, there are services departing from Detroit Bus Station and arriving at Spring St & 6th St via Chicago Bus Station, St Louis Bus Station and Patsaouras Transit Plaza at Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 6h.

Is there a direct train between Detroit and Los Angeles Downtown?

No, there is no direct train from Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown. However, there are services departing from Detroit and arriving at Los Angeles via Chicago Union Station and Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 2h.

How far is it from Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown?

The distance between Detroit and Los Angeles Downtown is 2023 miles. The road distance is 2292.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown without a car is to train which takes 2 days 2h and costs $750 - $1,700.

How long does it take to get from Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown?

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown bus from?

Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Detroit Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown?

The best way to get from Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown is to fly which takes 7h 32m and costs $170 - $600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $750 - $1,700 and takes 2 days 2h, you could also bus, which costs $370 - $750 and takes 2 days 6h.

Where does the Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown bus arrive?

Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Detroit and Los Angeles Downtown?

Los Angeles Downtown is 3h behind Detroit. It is currently 1:56 PM in Detroit and 10:56 AM in Los Angeles Downtown.

Where does the Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown is 2293 miles. It takes approximately 35h 55m to drive from Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown.

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

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Where can I stay near Los Angeles Downtown?

There are 3354+ hotels available in Los Angeles Downtown.

Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or train

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Fly to Los Angeles International Airport
best
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane DTW - LAX
7h 32m
$179–565
Fly to Long Beach Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)plane DTW - LGB
10h 41m
$119–480
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief
2d 2h
$796–1,701
Bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
2d 6h
$374–720
Drive 2,279.2 mi
1. Drive from Detroit to Los Angeles Downtowncar 2,279.2 mi
35h 55m
$416–601
Fly to Burbank Bob Hope Airport
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane DTW - BUR
9h 34m
$234–954
Fly to John Wayne Airport Orange County
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane DTW - SNA
10h 53m
$313–4,523
Fly to San Diego International Airport, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane DTW - SAN
2. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angelestrain
11h 1m
$264–1,592

Detroit to Los Angeles Downtown by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 2,011.3 mi
Duration: 7h 32m

What companies run services between Detroit, MI, USA and Los Angeles Downtown, CA, USA?

Delta, Southwest Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Detroit (DTW) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Detroit to Los Angeles via Chicago Union Station and Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 2d 2h.

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