How much is the bus ticket from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?

The cheapest bus tickets from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles start from $136. The average price for this route is around $211. 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 Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?

The average bus travel time from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 944 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Salt Lake City to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?

The earliest bus departs from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles at 8:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?

A bus trip from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles generates an estimated 24 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Salt Lake City to Los Angeles from $159 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Los Angeles on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:45pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	1d 4h	12:05am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	8:45pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	1d	7:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Los Angeles on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:45pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	1d 4h	12:05am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	8:45pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	1d	7:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Los Angeles on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:45pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	1d 4h	12:05am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	8:45pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	1d	7:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Los Angeles on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:45pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	1d 4h	12:05am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	8:45pm	Salt Lake City Transit Center	1d	7:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:11 PM MST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Salt Lake City 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, 4 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $136, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

944 kmDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$136 - $513	Average Duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$366 - $3,884	Average Duration3d 5h	CO₂ emissions 85kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Salt Lake City and Los Angeles?

Stops in Salt Lake City

A
Central Station
300 S 600 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
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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
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
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87403 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 WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $136

Greyhound Salt Lake City Los Angeles recent customer reviews

None of the plugs worked, which is a problem when you’re traveling all day. The WiFi didn’t work and boarding was not well organized

Rosa Linda M.

December 4, 2019

Your drivers excellent 5star, but your manager at salt lake was shocking, to say the least

Robert T.

August 22, 2017

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salt Lake 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 Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles start from $136. The average price for this route is around $211. 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 Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?
The average bus travel time from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 944 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Salt Lake City to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles at 8:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles generates an estimated 24 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

11-26

$215

11-27

$185

Today

$269

11-29

$326

11-30

$203

12-01

$171

12-02

$170

12-03

$165

The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $165

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

You can expect to pay from $165 to $514 for a bus ticket from Salt Lake City to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $165 which is on 2025-12-03.