What is the cheapest way to get from Arkansas to California?

The cheapest way to get from Arkansas to California is to drive and bus which costs $140 - $440 and takes 39h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Arkansas to California?

The fastest way to get from Arkansas to California is to fly which takes 5h 31m and costs $160 - $650.

Is there a direct train between Arkansas and California?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Union Station station and arriving at Los Angeles. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2 days 4h.

How far is it from Arkansas to California?

The distance between Arkansas and California is 1349 miles. The road distance is 1661.2 miles.

How do I travel from Arkansas to California without a car?

The best way to get from Arkansas to California without a car is to train which takes 2 days 4h and costs $210 - $550.

How long does it take to get from Arkansas to California?

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Arkansas to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Arkansas to California train from?

Arkansas to California train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Union Station.

Train or fly from Arkansas to California?

The best way to get from Arkansas to California is to fly which takes 6h 30m and costs $240 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $210 - $550 and takes 2 days 4h.

What is the time difference between Arkansas and California?

California is 2h behind Arkansas. It is currently 1:47 PM in Arkansas and 11:47 AM in California.

Where does the Arkansas to California train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Arkansas to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Arkansas to California is 1661 miles. It takes approximately 25h 54m to drive from Arkansas to California.

How do I get a train ticket from Arkansas to California?

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Where can I stay near California?

There are 3372+ hotels available in California.

Arkansas to California - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Arkansas to California by plane, car, bus, or train (Amtrak)

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Fly Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport to San Diego International Airport
best
1. Fly from Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)XNA - SAN
6h 30m
$241–1,001
Drive, bus
cheapest
1. Drive from Little Rock to Clinton, AR
2. Take the bus from Clinton, AR to Fayetteville
3. Take the bus from Fayetteville to Tulsa
4. Take the bus from Tulsa Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Station
39h 13m
$147–433
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Union Station to Los AngelesTexas Eagle
2d 4h
$210–550
Drive 1,651.6 mi
1. Drive from Little Rock to Los Angeles1,651.6 mi
25h 54m
$302–436
Fly Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport to Los Angeles International Airport
1. Fly from Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)XNA - LAX
5h 31m
$160–610
Fly Bill And Hillary Clinton National Airport to San Diego International Airport
1. Fly from Bill And Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)LIT - SAN
6h 28m
$269–1,225
Fly Texarkana Regional Airport to San Diego International Airport
1. Fly from Texarkana Regional Airport (TXK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)TXK - SAN
6h 31m
$172–767

Arkansas to California by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 1,341.3 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

What companies run services between Arkansas, USA and California, USA?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) hourly. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Union Station to Los Angeles 3 times a week. Tickets cost $210–550 and the journey takes 2d 4h.

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Fly Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport to San Diego International Airport

Drive, bus

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Drive 1,651.6 mi

Fly Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport to Los Angeles International Airport

Fly Bill And Hillary Clinton National Airport to San Diego International Airport

Fly Texarkana Regional Airport to San Diego International Airport

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