What is the cheapest way to get from Dallas, TX to California?

The cheapest way to get from Dallas, TX to California is to fly which costs $95 - $420 and takes 5h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dallas, TX to California?

The fastest way to get from Dallas, TX to California is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $180 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Dallas, TX and California?

No, there is no direct bus from Dallas, TX to California station. However, there are services departing from Harry Hines @ Hawes - N - Fs and arriving at Los Angeles Union Station via Dallas Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 49m.

How far is it from Dallas, TX to California?

The distance between Dallas, TX and California is 1194 miles. The road distance is 1417.2 miles.

How do I travel from Dallas, TX to California without a car?

The best way to get from Dallas, TX to California without a car is to bus via Ciudad Juárez which takes 26h 12m and costs $220 - $400.

How long does it take to get from Dallas, TX to California?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Dallas, TX to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dallas, TX to California bus from?

Dallas, TX to California bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Dallas Bus Station.

Train, bus or fly from Dallas, TX to California?

The best way to get from Dallas, TX to California is to fly which takes 4h 40m and costs $130 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus via Ciudad Juárez, which costs $220 - $400 and takes 26h 12m, you could also train, which costs $490 - $1,200 and takes 44h 43m.

Where does the Dallas, TX to California bus arrive?

Dallas, TX to California bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Los Angeles Union Station.

What is the time difference between Dallas, TX and California?

California is 2h behind Dallas, TX. It is currently 10:30 PM in Dallas, TX and 8:30 PM in California.

Can I drive from Dallas, TX to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Dallas, TX to California is 1417 miles. It takes approximately 22h 32m to drive from Dallas, TX to California.

Where can I stay near California?

There are 2375+ hotels available in California.

Dallas, TX to California - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Dallas, TX to California by plane, bus, train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Dallas to San Diego International Airport
best
1. Fly from Dallas (DAL) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane DAL - SAN
4h 40m
$135–658
Fly Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Dallas (DAL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane DAL - LAX
5h 8m
$95–416
Bus via Ciudad Juárez
1. Take the bus from Dallas to El Pasobus Dallas
2. Take the bus from El Paso to 612 Wall St - Los Angelesbus El Paso
26h 12m
$226–396
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Dallas to Los Angelestrain Texas Eagle
44h 43m
$496–1,106
Drive 1,409 mi
1. Drive from Dallas, TX to Los Angelescar 1,409 mi
22h 32m
$258–372
Fly Dallas to John Wayne Airport Orange County
1. Fly from Dallas (DAL) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane DAL - SNA
4h 36m
$183–718
Fly Dallas to Long Beach Airport
1. Fly from Dallas (DAL) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)plane DAL - LGB
5h 35m
$115–555
Fly Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to San Diego International Airport
1. Fly from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane DFW - SAN
6h 5m
$125–608
Fly Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport to John Wayne Airport Orange County
1. Fly from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane DFW - SNA
5h 59m
$203–528
Fly Dallas to Ontario International Airport, train
1. Fly from Dallas (DAL) to Ontario International Airport (ONT)plane DAL - ONT
2. Take the train from Rancho Cucamonga to L.A. Union Stationtrain
7h 1m
$143–667
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US1000
31h 49m
$233–463

Dallas, TX to California by foot, bus, tram, and train (Amtrak)

3Weekly Services

44h 43mAverage Duration

$496Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dallas, TX to California.

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Distance: 1,186.6 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Dallas, TX, USA and California, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from Dallas (DAL) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Dallas, TX to 612 Wall St - Los Angeles via Inwood/Love Field Station, Deep Ellum Station, Gaston @ Good Latimer - S- Ns, Jefferson @ Marsalis - W - Ns, Dallas, and El Paso in around 26h 12m.

Airlines

Website: southwest.com

Flights from Dallas to San Diego International Airport

Ave. Duration: 2h 56m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $130–650

Flights from Dallas to San Diego International Airport via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 4h 35m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $130–650

Flights from Dallas to San Diego International Airport via Albuquerque

Ave. Duration: 4h 30m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $140–650

Flights from Dallas to San Diego International Airport via Tucson

Ave. Duration: 4h 45m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $130–650

Flights from Dallas to San Diego International Airport via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 4h 52m
When: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
Estimated price: $150–700

Flights from Dallas to San Diego International Airport via Austin

Ave. Duration: 4h 50m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: $150–700

Flights from Dallas to John Wayne Airport Orange County

Ave. Duration: 3h 5m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $130–650

Flights from Dallas to John Wayne Airport Orange County via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 4h 51m
When: Monday to Wednesday
Estimated price: $130–650

Flights from Dallas to John Wayne Airport Orange County via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 4h 56m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $140–650

Flights from Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport

Ave. Duration: 3h 9m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $85–400

Flights from Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport via El Paso

Ave. Duration: 4h 40m
When: Saturday
Estimated price: $85–400

Flights from Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 4h 53m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $85–400

Flights from Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 5h 1m
When: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $85–410

Flights from Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport via Tucson

Ave. Duration: 5h
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $85–400

Flights from Dallas to Long Beach Airport

Ave. Duration: 3h 5m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $110–550

Flights from Dallas to Long Beach Airport via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 5h
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $110–550

Flights from Dallas to Long Beach Airport via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 5h 3m
When: Monday to Saturday
Estimated price: $110–550

Flights from Dallas to Long Beach Airport via Austin

Ave. Duration: 5h 10m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $120–600

Flights from Dallas to Long Beach Airport via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h 20m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $130–600

Flights from Dallas to Long Beach Airport via Houston Hobby Apt

Ave. Duration: 5h 35m
When: Saturday
Estimated price: $130–650

Flights from Dallas to Ontario International Airport

Ave. Duration: 3h
When: Every day
Estimated price: $130–650

Flights from Dallas to Ontario International Airport via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 4h 38m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $130–650

Flights from Dallas to Ontario International Airport via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 4h 53m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $140–700

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