Bus from Austin, TX, US to Los Angeles, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Austin to Los Angeles on April 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Austin
Lankershim/Magnolia - North HollywoodCheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Los Angeles Union StationFastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:32 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $147, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day
1d 16hAverage Duration
1990 kmDistance
50kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$147 - $643Average Duration1d 16h
50kg CO₂e
Average Price$228 - $5,318Average Duration3d
179kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Austin, TX, US to Los Angeles, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Los Angeles?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Los Angeles start from $147. The average price for this route is around $224. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Austin to Los Angeles?

    The average bus travel time from Austin to Los Angeles is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1990 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Austin to Los Angeles route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Austin to Los Angeles?

    The earliest bus departs from Austin to Los Angeles at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Los Angeles?

    A bus trip from Austin to Los Angeles generates an estimated 49.743425 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
03-30
$161
03-31
$320
Today
$433
04-02
No data
04-03
$196
04-04
$238
04-05
$169
04-06
$213
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Mar 30, 2026 with a price of $161

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Austin, TX, US to Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $161 to $475 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $169 which is on 2026-04-05.

What's the cheapest way to go from Austin, TX, US to Los Angeles, US?

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