Guide to 4 transportation arrangements from Los Angeles to Las Vegas
Last updated: 07-30-2024
How far is the driving distance between Los Angeles and Las Vegas?
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is one of the major aviation hubs on the West Coast of the United States, so many flights to the United States from all over the world use Los Angeles as the terminal or transfer center. After visiting Los Angeles, it is also inevitable to visit the nearby Las Vegas. Therefore, many tourists will use different methods to travel to this world-famous gambling city – Las Vegas and its surroundings according to their own needs. Natural attractions.
However, the distance between Los Angeles and Las Vegas is not too far, about 270 miles/430 kilometers and about 4 hours of driving, so it provides many transportation options. Unlike other aviation hubs on the west coast of the United States, such as San Francisco (SFO), Seattle (SEA), etc., because they are too far from Las Vegas, flying is the most popular and best way to get to Las Vegas. .
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Introduction to various ways to get from Los Angeles to Las Vegas
If you want to come to Las Vegas from Los Angeles, or if you want to go to Los Angeles after visiting Las Vegas, you can refer to the following transportation methods:-
By plane
You can search on major air ticket platforms, or directly on Book flights with Expedia, making it easy to compare prices from different airlines. If you can book 3 weeks or more before departure, you have a better chance of finding a good air ticket price.
- The flight time is shorter, and the time required for the whole journey depends on how far you go from Los Angeles to the airport. Because there are often traffic jams in the direction of Los Angeles towards the airport, you need to go early.
- If you are departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), it is more suitable to stay in the west of the Los Angeles area the night before. If you live in the central or eastern part of the Los Angeles area, you may consider starting from Ontario International Airport (ONT). Please refer to the following two maps.
take bus
Casino shuttle bus
The seats are comfortable and the flights are stable, please refer to Flixbus, there are many train tickets every day, the journey takes about 5 to 6 hours, and the fare ranges from about $40 to $60, depending on the departure location and time in Los Angeles; it is recommended to book early.
Car rental
Rent a car through Expedia website It is recommended to rent a car from a large online platform like this. They will compare the prices of different car rental companies and select the best solution. You can also consider choosing "rent at A and return at B" to facilitate your itinerary.
- You can pick up the car in Los Angeles, return it in Las Vegas, and then fly to the next destination, making it easier to arrange your itinerary.
- try to avoid"Friday or the afternoon or dusk of the day before a major U.S. holiday." Driving from Los Angeles to Las Vegas, because most people who live in the Los Angeles area and want to drive to Las Vegas will depart for Las Vegas during these hours. Coupled with the normal local traffic conditions, usually The city is very busy, so be prepared to be stuck in traffic for more than an hour or more. If you must depart on these days, it is recommended to drive in the morning or after dinner.
- On the contrary, try to avoid "Sunday or the last day of a major U.S. holiday in the afternoon or dusk.” When driving from Las Vegas to Los Angeles, usually after hotel check-out time, many people will drive to the Los Angeles area.
Join a multi-day tour
Join a multi-day tour group to not only go to Las Vegas, but also visit different attractions, such as the Grand Canyon, Antelope Canyon, etc. Check out the benefits below:-
- You can take a tour bus from Los Angeles to Las Vegas, eliminating the need to drive long distances
- You can choose different routes and days, and you can also choose to visit various scenic spots.
- You can choose to leave the group in Las Vegas and stay in Las Vegas at your own expense; or return to Los Angeles with the group as scheduled
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Looking to the future of high-speed rail
The high-speed railway between the Los Angeles area and Las Vegas, which has been planned for many years, has started construction. The train speed will be as high as 200 miles per hour (320 kilometers per hour). It is expected to be completed before the Los Angeles Olympic Games in the summer of 2028, which will greatly shorten the time between the two places. Round trip time by land.