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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Union Station | Santa Cruz, CA | Fastest | |||||
| Union Station | Santa Cruz, CA | No tags | |||||
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Get from Los Angeles to Santa Cruz
The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 3 minutes, and with fares starting at just $141, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Santa Cruz?
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
Stops in Santa Cruz
- A920 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, California, 95062
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Based on 5609 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $126
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Santa Cruz, 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 Los Angeles to Santa Cruz?
The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Santa Cruz start from $141. The average price for this route is around $141. 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 Los Angeles to Santa Cruz?
The average bus travel time from Los Angeles to Santa Cruz is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 473 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 41m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Santa Cruz route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Los Angeles to Santa Cruz?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Santa Cruz at 4:50am. And the latest bus departs at 5:35am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Santa Cruz?
A bus trip from Los Angeles to Santa Cruz generates an estimated 12 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 Los Angeles, US to Santa Cruz, US was searched and found on Nov 30, 2025 with a price of $133To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Los Angeles, US to Santa Cruz, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $133 to $151 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Santa Cruz, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $133 which is on 2025-11-30.
