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

The cheapest way to get from Dallas to California is to fly which costs $95 - $420 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dallas to California is to fly which takes 4h 54m and costs $180 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Dallas and California?

No, there is no direct bus from Dallas to California. However, there are services departing from Houston @ Main - S - Ns and arriving at Los Angeles via Dallas and El Paso. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Dallas and California?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dallas and arriving at Los Angeles. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 42h 57m.

How far is it from Dallas to California?

The distance between Dallas and California is 1198 miles. The road distance is 1415.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dallas to California without a car is to bus via Ciudad Juárez which takes 29h 4m and costs $190 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Dallas to California, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dallas to California bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Dallas to California train from?

Dallas to California train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Dallas station.

Train, bus or fly from Dallas to California?

The best way to get from Dallas to California is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $130 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus via Ciudad Juárez, which costs $190 - $310 and takes 29h 4m, you could also train, which costs $490 - $1,100 and takes 42h 57m.

Where does the Dallas to California bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Dallas and California?

California is 2h behind Dallas. It is currently 9:46 AM in Dallas and 7:46 AM in California.

Where does the Dallas to California train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dallas to California?

Yes, the driving distance between Dallas to California is 1415 miles. It takes approximately 22h 31m to drive from Dallas to California.

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

Book your Dallas to California train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Dallas to California?

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Where can I stay near California?

There are 2375+ hotels available in California.

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

There are 11 ways to get from Dallas 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 59m
$138–661
Fly Dallas to Los Angeles International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Dallas (DAL) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane DAL - LAX
5h 26m
$98–419
Bus via Ciudad Juárez
1. Take the bus from Dallas to El Pasobus El Paso
2. Take the bus from El Paso to Los Angelesbus El Paso
29h 4m
$198–303
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Dallas to Los Angelestrain Texas Eagle
42h 57m
$490–1,100
Drive 1,407.2 mi
1. Drive from Dallas to Los Angelescar 1,407.2 mi
22h 31m
$257–371
Fly Dallas to John Wayne Airport Orange County
1. Fly from Dallas (DAL) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane DAL - SNA
4h 54m
$186–721
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
5h 54m
$125–608
Fly Dallas to Long Beach Airport
1. Fly from Dallas (DAL) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)plane DAL - LGB
5h 53m
$118–558
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 48m
$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 19m
$146–670
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus Greyhound US1000
31h 35m
$231–462

Dallas to California by train (Amtrak)

3Weekly Trains

42h 57mAverage Duration

$490Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dallas to California.

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Distance: 1,191.2 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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 bus from Houston @ Main - S - Ns to Los Angeles via Jefferson @ Marsalis - W - Ns, Dallas, and El Paso in around 29h 4m.

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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