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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St) | Los Angeles Union Station | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave) | Los Angeles Union Station | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | New York Port Authority | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | New York Port Authority | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | New York Port Authority | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Los Angeles
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 22 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $153, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in New York City and Los Angeles?
Stops in New York City
- A40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
- B
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004 - C4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
- D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA - E127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
- F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
Stops in Los Angeles
- A571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
- B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - C613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
- E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA - F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
Compare bus companies
Based on 87531 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $153
Greyhound Lines, Inc. New York City Los Angeles recent customer reviews
Didn’t like not knowing exact gate for departure and more details should have been given for drop station besides location bc there are two stations and union is a complex station for people picking up if they’ve never been there, but besides that it wasn’t bad and notifications were given about delays and the drivers were good.
Sian D.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City 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.
How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Los Angeles start from $153. The average price for this route is around $256. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from New York City to Los Angeles?
The average bus travel time from New York City to Los Angeles is 2d 22h, covering a distance of 3943 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 14h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New York City to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 108 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New York City to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from New York City to Los Angeles at 1:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from New York City to Los Angeles generates an estimated 98.57355 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.
The cheapest trip from New York City to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Apr 5, 2026 with a price of $368To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York City to Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $368 to $947 for a bus ticket from New York City to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $368 which is on 2026-04-05.
What's the cheapest way to go from New York City to Los Angeles, US?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationTop travelled bus routes
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