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

The cheapest way to get from Independence to Los Angeles is to bus which costs $240 - $480 and takes 36h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Independence to Los Angeles is to fly which takes 7h 39m and costs $210 - $440.

Is there a direct bus between Independence and Los Angeles?

No, there is no direct bus from Independence to Los Angeles station. However, there are services departing from On Truman At Main Westbound and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station via Kansas City Bus Station, Denver Union Station and Las Vegas Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Independence and Los Angeles?

No, there is no direct train from Independence station to Los Angeles. However, there are services departing from Independence Station and arriving at Los Angeles via Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 10m.

How far is it from Independence to Los Angeles?

The distance between Independence and Los Angeles is 1419 miles. The road distance is 1582 miles.

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

The best way to get from Independence to Los Angeles without a car is to bus which takes 36h 31m and costs $240 - $480.

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

It takes approximately 7h 39m to get from Independence to Los Angeles, including transfers.

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

Independence to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Kansas City Bus Station.

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

Independence to Los Angeles train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Kansas City station.

Train, bus or fly from Independence to Los Angeles?

The best way to get from Independence to Los Angeles is to fly which takes 7h 39m and costs $210 - $440. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $240 - $480 and takes 36h 31m, you could also train, which costs $550 - $1,300 and takes 37h 10m.

Where does the Independence to Los Angeles bus arrive?

Independence to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Denver Union Station.

What is the time difference between Independence and Los Angeles?

Los Angeles is 2h behind Independence. It is currently 4:21 PM in Independence and 2:21 PM in Los Angeles.

Where does the Independence to Los Angeles train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Independence to Los Angeles?

Yes, the driving distance between Independence to Los Angeles is 1582 miles. It takes approximately 26h 34m to drive from Independence to Los Angeles.

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

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Fly to Los Angeles International Airport
best
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane MCI - LAX
7h 39m
$217–433
Fly to Long Beach Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)plane MCI - LGB
10h 41m
$176–756
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Denver Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Las Vegas Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Las Vegas Bus Terminal to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
36h 31m
$245–480
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Kansas City to Los Angelestrain Southwest Chief
37h 10m
$553–1,206
Drive 1,572.8 mi
1. Drive from Independence to Los Angelescar 1,572.8 mi
26h 34m
$287–415
Fly to Burbank Bob Hope Airport
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane MCI - BUR
9h 58m
$216–960
Fly to San Diego International Airport, train
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane MCI - SAN
2. Take the train from San Diego to Los Angelestrain
11h 2m
$222–940

Independence to Los Angeles by bus and foot (Greyhound)

7Weekly Services

36h 31mAverage Duration

$245Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,410.5 mi
Duration: 7h 39m

What companies run services between Independence, MO, USA and Los Angeles, CA, USA?

Delta, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from On Truman At Main Westbound to Los Angeles Union Station via East Village - Bay A, Kansas City Bus Station, Denver Union Station, and Las Vegas Bus Terminal in around 36h 31m.

Airlines

Website: southwest.com

Flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles International Airport

Ave. Duration: 3h 25m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $120–550

Flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles International Airport via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 5h 10m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $120–550

Flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles International Airport via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 5h 10m
When: Sunday and Saturday
Estimated price: $120–550

Flights from Kansas City to Los Angeles International Airport via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h 20m
When: Tuesday to Friday
Estimated price: $120–550

Flights from Kansas City to Burbank Bob Hope Airport via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 5h 22m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $210–950

Flights from Kansas City to Burbank Bob Hope Airport via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 5h 18m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $210–950

Flights from Kansas City to Burbank Bob Hope Airport via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h 26m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $210–950

Flights from Kansas City to Burbank Bob Hope Airport via Dallas

Ave. Duration: 6h 12m
When: Tuesday to Friday
Estimated price: $250–1,100

Flights from Kansas City to Burbank Bob Hope Airport via Sacramento

Ave. Duration: 6h 45m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: $260–1,100

Flights from Kansas City to Long Beach Airport via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 5h 18m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $170–750

Flights from Kansas City to Long Beach Airport via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h 50m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $170–750

Flights from Kansas City to Long Beach Airport via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 5h 58m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $170–750

Flights from Kansas City to Long Beach Airport via Dallas

Ave. Duration: 6h 2m
When: Tuesday to Friday
Estimated price: $200–850

Flights from Kansas City to Long Beach Airport via Sacramento

Ave. Duration: 6h 15m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $210–900

Flights from Kansas City to San Diego International Airport

Ave. Duration: 3h 15m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $180–850

Flights from Kansas City to San Diego International Airport via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 4h 50m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $190–850

Flights from Kansas City to San Diego International Airport via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h 5m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $190–850

Flights from Kansas City to San Diego International Airport via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 5h 8m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $190–850

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