What is the cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

The cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Los Angeles is to fly which costs $100 - $500 and takes 9h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

The fastest way to get from Kansas City to Los Angeles is to fly which takes 6h 5m and costs $220 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Kansas City and Los Angeles?

No, there is no direct bus from Kansas City to Los Angeles. However, there are services departing from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City and arriving at 612 Wall St - Los Angeles via El Paso. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Kansas City and Los Angeles?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kansas City and arriving at Los Angeles. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35h 40m.

How far is it from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

The distance between Kansas City and Los Angeles is 1406 miles. The road distance is 1572.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kansas City to Los Angeles without a car is to bus via Ciudad Juárez which takes 33h 15m and costs $260 - $350.

How long does it take to get from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Kansas City to Los Angeles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kansas City to Los Angeles bus from?

Kansas City to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City station.

Where do I catch the Kansas City to Los Angeles train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

The best way to get from Kansas City to Los Angeles is to fly which takes 6h 5m and costs $220 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus via Ciudad Juárez, which costs $260 - $350 and takes 33h 15m, you could also train, which costs $550 - $1,200 and takes 35h 40m.

Where does the Kansas City to Los Angeles bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Kansas City and Los Angeles?

Los Angeles is 2h behind Kansas City. It is currently 11:47 AM in Kansas City and 9:47 AM in Los Angeles.

Where does the Kansas City to Los Angeles train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kansas City to Los Angeles?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansas City to Los Angeles is 1573 miles. It takes approximately 26h 18m to drive from Kansas City to Los Angeles.

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

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Where can I stay near Los Angeles?

There are 2687+ hotels available in Los Angeles.

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

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

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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
6h 5m
$227–663
Fly to Long Beach Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)plane MCI - LGB
9h 7m
$106–496
Bus via Ciudad Juárez
1. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to El Pasobus Kansas City
2. Take the bus from El Paso to 612 Wall St - Los Angelesbus El Paso
33h 15m
$268–344
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Kansas City to Los Angelestrain Southwest Chief
35h 40m
$550–1,200
Drive 1,563.6 mi
1. Drive from Kansas City to Los Angelescar 1,563.6 mi
26h 18m
$286–413
Fly to Burbank Bob Hope Airport
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane MCI - BUR
8h 24m
$216–710
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Tulsabus Jefferson Lines 801
2. Take the bus from Tulsa Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US1210
39h 49m
$280–520

Kansas City to Los Angeles by bus

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33h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,397.6 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Kansas City, KS, 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 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to 612 Wall St - Los Angeles via El Paso in around 33h 15m.

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