What is the cheapest way to get from Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Los Angeles?

The cheapest way to get from Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Los Angeles is to fly which costs $100 - $390 and takes 9h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Los Angeles?

The fastest way to get from Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Los Angeles is to fly which takes 6h 12m and costs $130 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Minneapolis–Saint Paul and Los Angeles?

No, there is no direct bus from Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Los Angeles station. However, there are services departing from 42nd Ave S & 34th St E and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station via Minneapolis and Tulsa Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 3h.

How far is it from Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Los Angeles?

The distance between Minneapolis–Saint Paul and Los Angeles is 1563 miles. The road distance is 1853.3 miles.

How do I travel from Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Los Angeles without a car?

The best way to get from Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Los Angeles without a car is to bus and train which takes 47h 18m and costs $650 - $1,400.

How long does it take to get from Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Los Angeles?

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Los Angeles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Los Angeles bus from?

Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Minneapolis station.

Bus or fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Los Angeles?

The best way to get from Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Los Angeles is to fly which takes 6h 12m and costs $130 - $430. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $370 - $650 and takes 2 days 3h.

Where does the Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Los Angeles bus arrive?

Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Los Angeles bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Tulsa station.

Can I drive from Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Los Angeles?

Yes, the driving distance between Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Los Angeles is 1853 miles. It takes approximately 30h 18m to drive from Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Los Angeles.

Where can I stay near Los Angeles?

There are 3017+ hotels available in Los Angeles.

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Fly to Los Angeles International Airport
best
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane MSP - LAX
6h 12m
$131–428
Fly to Long Beach Airport
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1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)plane MSP - LGB
9h 25m
$100–390
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0156
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Los Angelestrain Southwest Chief
47h 18m
$660–1,364
Bus
1. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Tulsabus Jefferson Lines 801
2. Take the bus from Tulsa Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US1210
2d 3h
$372–652
Drive 1,842.6 mi
1. Drive from Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Los Angelescar 1,842.6 mi
30h 18m
$337–486
Fly to Burbank Bob Hope Airport
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane MSP - BUR
8h 34m
$200–664
Fly to John Wayne Airport Orange County
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane MSP - SNA
9h 36m
$355–496

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What companies run services between Minneapolis–Saint Paul, MN, USA and Los Angeles, CA, USA?

Delta, Sun Country Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 42nd Ave S & 34th St E to Los Angeles Union Station via 7th St & Hennepin Station, Minneapolis, and Tulsa Bus Station in around 2d 3h.

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