Bus from Los Angeles, US to Tacoma: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Tacoma on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
TacomaCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Los Angeles Union Station
TacomaFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:09 PM PST.

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We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tacoma. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $158, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
1d 5hAverage Duration
1506 kmDistance
38kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$158 - $554Average Duration1d 5h
38kg CO₂e
Average Price$179 - $1,296Average Duration1d 9h
137kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Tacoma 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 Los Angeles to Tacoma?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Tacoma start from $158. The average price for this route is around $229. 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 Los Angeles to Tacoma?

    The average bus travel time from Los Angeles to Tacoma is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1506 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Tacoma at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

    A bus trip from Los Angeles to Tacoma generates an estimated 38 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Los Angeles to Tacoma?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Tacoma?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Los Angeles to Tacoma?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles to Tacoma?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
11-27
$922
11-28
$947
Today
$1,337
11-30
$329
12-01
$389
12-02
$260
12-03
$263
12-04
$294
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Tacoma was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $260

To 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 Tacoma, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $260 to $1,443 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Tacoma based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $260 which is on 2025-12-02.

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