How to travel from Los Angeles to Dallas, United States of America

The distance between Los Angeles and Dallas is around 1,257 miles (2,023km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 55m.

9 routes found

We've found 9 different ways to get from Los Angeles to Dallas by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly to Dallas (DAL)

Fly from Burbank (BUR) to Dallas (DAL).

  • Duration3h 55m
  • Flight time3hrs
  • Typical cost
    $255
Operated by

Southwest Airlines

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Bus

Take the bus to Dallas.

  • Duration1 day 6h
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    $190
Operated by

Greyhound USA

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Train

Take the train to Dallas.

  • Duration1 day 15h
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    $190
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Drive

Drive to Dallas.

  • Duration22h 10m
  • Distance1,441 miles (2,319km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Los Angeles and Dallas

There are several options for getting from Los Angeles to Dallas by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around $155 and will take around 4hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $255.

The distance between Los Angeles and Dallas is around 1,257 miles (2,023km).

It takes around 4hrs to get from Los Angeles and Dallas by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 22h 10m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Los Angeles to Dallas is to fly which takes around 3h 55m and will set you back approx $255.

The cheapest way to travel between Los Angeles and Dallas, if you exclude driving, is to fly which will typically cost around $155 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Los Angeles and Dallas. It typically takes around 1 day 15h and departs 3 times a week.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Los Angeles and Dallas with no changeovers required. The train runs 3 times a week and takes 1 day 15h.

Amtrak run train services between Los Angeles and Dallas. Trains depart 3 times a week and will take around 1 day 15h, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Los Angeles and Dallas. It typically takes around 1 day 6h and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Los Angeles and Dallas with no changeovers required. The bus runs twice daily and takes 1 day 6h.

Greyhound USA run regular bus services between Los Angeles and Dallas. Buses run twice daily and take around 1 day 6h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Los Angeles and Dallas. Flights depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Dallas (DAL). The flight takes around 3hrs.

Yes there is a direct flight between Los Angeles and Dallas with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 3hrs.

Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Inc., Spirit Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines and United Airlines fly between Los Angeles and Dallas. Flights depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and and arrive into Dallas (DAL). These flights usually take around 3hrs.

The flight from Los Angeles to Dallas typically takes around 3hrs. Flights depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and and arrive into Dallas (DAL).

The closest major airport to Dallas is Dallas Love Field (DAL) (DAL) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Dallas. Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) (DFW) and Waco Municipal Airport (ACT) (ACT) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Los Angeles and Dallas. The distance is around 1,441 miles (2,319km) by road and it will take around 22h 10m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Los Angeles to Dallas is to fly which takes, on average, 4hrs and will usually cost around $155.

How do I get from Los Angeles to Dallas

Compare travel optionsbetween Los Angeles and Dallas

Transport options from Los Angeles to Dallas
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly to Dallas (DAL) + 5 similar
3h 55m
$255
5 times a day2,027km (1,260 miles)
Fly4hrs
$155
every 30 mins2,039km (1,267 miles)
Fly to Dallas (DAL)4h 10m
$400
hourly2,023km (1,257 miles)
Fly to Dallas/Ft.Worth (DFW)4h 60m
$210
every 30 mins2,047km (1,272 miles)
Fly to Dallas/Ft.Worth (DFW)5hrs
$220
5 times a day2,036km (1,265 miles)
Train and Plane4h 40m
$315
every 4 hours2,037km (1,266 miles)
Bus
1 day 6h
$190
twice daily2,342km (1,455 miles)
Train
1 day 15h
$190
3 times a week2,781km (1,728 miles)
Drive
22h 10m
$140
on demand2,319km (1,441 miles)

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Airports near Dallas

The following major airports near Dallas offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

DAL
Dallas Love Field (DAL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
6 miles (9km) from Dallas
DFW
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
International Airport
Distance
16 miles (26km) from Dallas
ACT
Waco Municipal Airport (ACT)
Domestic Airport
Distance
84 miles (136km) from Dallas