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How to get from Anaheim to Los Angeles

Compare all transport options: bus, ferry, train, flight. Prices, durations and practical tips.

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FASTEST
0h 7min
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From
22€
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Distance
39 km
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Checked offer from Anaheim to Los Angeles: Bus, about 0h 7min – 1h, from €22. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on November 6, 2026): ExpressOne Shuttles, Futura Net, Executive Cars LA; main departure point: Anaheim CA.

Distance: 39 km. Data updated on .

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0h 7min – 1h
22 – 35 €
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🚌 Departure from Anaheim
📍Departures are usually from a pick-up point in the Anaheim area, often near the ARTIC transport hub or a nearby street stop. Your e-ticket gives the exact address, so check it carefully, as some stops are curbside with no waiting room.
🚇From central Anaheim or the Disneyland resort area, you can reach the stop by local bus, rideshare or taxi, and many hotels are close enough for a short walk. Enter the exact address from your ticket into a maps app.
⏰Departures run through the day with several options on this corridor. Exact first and last times vary by date and operator, so check the live timetable and avoid the final evening departure.
💸 Transport from 22€ per person
⚡ Fastest: 0h 7min
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Companies selling this route on 12Go

Offers listed on 12Go on November 6, 2026 for a departure on November 27, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.

CompanyModeDeparts fromFromOffers
Futura Net Bus Anaheim Shell €22 56
ExpressOne Shuttles Bus Anaheim CA €35 240
Executive Cars LA Bus Anaheim Hotel Transfer €53 48
See USA Tours Bus Disneyland Park €69 24
Elife Van / transfer €89 1
Executive Cars LA Van / transfer €118 2
GS Transportation Van / transfer €138 3
Bramer Tours Van / transfer €221 2
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Practical tips

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Skip the plane for this hop

For such a short regional trip, a flight would cost you more time in airport procedures than it saves. Treat the bus as your default and only reconsider if you are connecting to a flight afterwards.

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Read the stop name on your e-ticket

Bus stops here may be on a street corner, not in a station. Check the exact boarding address on your e-ticket and look it up on a map app before leaving your hotel.

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Don't confuse Anaheim with nearby airports

Several airports serve the area, including LAX and John Wayne. Confirm whether your ticket starts in Anaheim itself or near an airport, so you do not end up at the wrong terminal.

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Plan around rush hour

Freeway traffic can stretch a short ride considerably. If you have a tour, check-in or flight in Los Angeles, avoid the busiest commuter periods and leave a generous safety margin.

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Avoid the last departure of the day

Missing the final bus can mean an expensive taxi or rideshare. Book an earlier departure, keep your e-ticket on your phone and arrive at the stop well before boarding.

The journey experience

Anaheim to Los Angeles is one of the easiest hops on a US itinerary. It is a short regional trip of roughly 25 miles, so you do not need to weigh up a flight against a long overland ride: the bus is the practical, budget-friendly option listed here. The table on this page puts durations, price ranges and frequency side by side, so you can decide at a glance.

Travelling by bus means no car, no parking and no stress over freeway driving. You board at a pick-up point in the Anaheim area, ride along the freeway toward downtown Los Angeles and get off in the city centre area. Comfort is that of a standard coach: reclining seats, luggage space under the bus and, depending on the operator, Wi-Fi and power outlets. Traffic shapes the experience more than anything else, so a morning or evening rush hour can make the ride feel slower than the map suggests.

Your main risk is not the distance but the stop. In Southern California, bus stops can be on a street corner rather than inside a station, so always check the exact boarding and arrival points on your e-ticket before you leave. Book online for instant confirmation, keep a buffer if you have a flight or connection afterwards, and you will arrive in Los Angeles without surprises.

Frequently asked questions — Anaheim → Los Angeles

Why visit Los Angeles?

  • ✓ Walk the Hollywood Walk of Fame and take in the view of the Hollywood Sign from Griffith Observatory
  • ✓ Spend a sunset on Santa Monica Pier and cycle the beachfront path to Venice Beach
  • ✓ Tour a film studio at Universal Studios Hollywood or Warner Bros. Studio
  • ✓ Explore the Getty Center for world-class art, gardens and panoramic city views
  • ✓ Browse the Grand Central Market and the street art of the Arts District in Downtown LA
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Recommended stay
3 to 5 nights — distances are large, so you need time for several districts and traffic

When to visit Los Angeles?

MEDITERRANEAN CLIMATE

March to May and September to November — warm sunny days, mild evenings and fewer crowds than in summer

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What to do in Los Angeles?

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Hollywood Walk of Fame & TCL Theatre
Stroll Hollywood Boulevard to see the stars and the celebrity handprints outside the TCL Chinese Theatre. Free to walk. Go early morning, before 9am, to avoid crowds and street performers. Take the Metro B Line to Hollywood/Highland rather than driving, as parking is costly (around 15€).
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Griffith Observatory at Sunset
Free entry to this 1935 landmark with views of the Hollywood Sign and the city skyline. Closed Mondays. Parking is limited and fills fast, so take the DASH Observatory shuttle from Vermont/Sunset Metro station (about 0,50€). Arrive one hour before sunset for the best light.
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Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach
Walk or cycle the 4 km beach path between Santa Monica Pier and Venice Boardwalk, passing Muscle Beach and the skate park. Bike rentals start around 8€ per hour. Weekday mornings are calmer. Take the Metro E Line to Downtown Santa Monica to skip the expensive beachfront parking.
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The Getty Center Art and Gardens
This hilltop museum offers free admission, with European paintings, architecture by Richard Meier and a lovely Central Garden. Parking costs around 20€. Book a timed entry online in advance. Visit after 3pm for fewer visitors and golden light over the city. Closed Mondays.
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Grand Central Market Food Tour
Open since 1917 in Downtown LA, this market hosts about 40 stalls: tacos, pupusas, ramen, Egg Slut sandwiches. Budget 10-15€ for a filling meal. Go at weekday lunch before noon to avoid queues. Combine with the nearby Bradbury Building and Angels Flight railway.
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Walt Disney Concert Hall and Broad
Frank Gehry's steel-clad concert hall is free to admire outside, with free self-guided audio tours inside on select days. Next door, The Broad contemporary art museum has free general admission, but reserve online or queue early. Tuesday to Sunday only.
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Hike Runyon Canyon or Griffith Trails
Runyon Canyon offers a free 5 km loop with views of the city and, on clear days, the ocean. For fewer people, take the Griffith Park trail to Mount Hollywood summit (about 5 km round trip). Bring water and start before 8am, since summer heat is strong and shade is scarce.
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Abbot Kinney and Venice Canals
Away from the boardwalk crowds, the Venice Canals form a quiet residential network of footbridges and gardens, built in 1905 and inspired by Italy. Free to walk, about 30 minutes. Then browse Abbot Kinney Boulevard's independent shops and cafés. Go on weekday mornings for tranquility.

How long to visit Los Angeles?

3 to 5 days

Plan 4 to 5 days to cover the essentials: Hollywood, Santa Monica and Venice, Griffith Observatory, Getty Center and a studio tour. With 3 days, stick to two or three areas to limit time lost in traffic. Rent a car or budget for rideshares, as distances are huge, and avoid driving between 4 and 7 pm.

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