How much is the bus ticket from Cincinnati to Los Angeles?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to Los Angeles start from $214. The average price for this route is around $573. 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 Cincinnati to Los Angeles?

The average bus travel time from Cincinnati to Los Angeles is 2d 7h, covering a distance of 3058 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cincinnati to Los Angeles?

The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to Los Angeles at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cincinnati to Los Angeles?

A bus trip from Cincinnati to Los Angeles generates an estimated 76 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Cincinnati to Los Angeles?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cincinnati to Los Angeles?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cincinnati to Los Angeles?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cincinnati to Los Angeles?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Cincinnati to Los Angeles from $209 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Cincinnati to Los Angeles on January 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 2h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 7h	5:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 1h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:25am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	2d 7h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Cincinnati to Los Angeles on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 2h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 7h	5:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 1h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:25am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	2d 7h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Cincinnati to Los Angeles on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:05am	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 9h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	12:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 7h	5:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:05am	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 7h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	10:25am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	2d 9h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:05am	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 7h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures for Cincinnati to Los Angeles on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:05am	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 9h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	12:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 7h	5:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:05am	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 7h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	10:25am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	2d 9h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:05am	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 7h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures for Cincinnati to Los Angeles on January 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:05am	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 9h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	12:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 7h	5:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:05am	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 7h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	10:25am	Cincinnati (Downtown)	2d 9h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:05am	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 7h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cincinnati 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 2 days, 7 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $214, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

2d 7hAverage Duration

3058 kmDistance

76kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$214 - $1,186	Average Duration2d 7h	CO₂ emissions 76kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$299 - $2,271	Average Duration2d 10h	CO₂ emissions 277kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cincinnati and Los Angeles?

Stops in Cincinnati

A
Greyhound Station
1005 Gilbert Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202
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B
Northland Blvd
290-322 Northland Blvd, Springdale, OH 45246, USA
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Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
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C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
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F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,495 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/512,006 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to Los Angeles start from $214. The average price for this route is around $573. 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 Cincinnati to Los Angeles?
The average bus travel time from Cincinnati to Los Angeles is 2d 7h, covering a distance of 3058 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Cincinnati to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to Los Angeles at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cincinnati to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Cincinnati to Los Angeles generates an estimated 76 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cincinnati to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cincinnati to Los Angeles?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Cincinnati to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cincinnati to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01-09

$372

01-10

$356

Today

$426

01-12

$356

01-13

$315

01-14

$322

01-15

$313

01-16

$313

The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $313

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

You can expect to pay from $313 to $752 for a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $313 which is on 2026-01-15.