What's the distance between Chicago and Los Angeles by coach?

The distance between Chicago and Los Angeles by coach is approximately 1740 miles (2805 km).

What is the best way to go from Chicago to Los Angeles without flying?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Chicago to Los Angeles from £93 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Los Angeles on 24 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 6h	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 3h	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 19h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 10h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Los Angeles on 25 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 6h	15:00	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 3h	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Los Angeles on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	17:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 1h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 3h	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Los Angeles on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 3h	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 8h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Los Angeles on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 3h	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	Bus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 8h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Los Angeles on 30 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 6h	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 3h	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago 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, 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40bus per day

2d 4hAverage duration

1738 milesDistance

70kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£85 - £443	Average duration2d 4h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£121 - £1,148	Average duration2d 2h	CO₂ emissions 255kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Los Angeles?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

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

3.5/587,393 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87393 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 £86

Greyhound Chicago Los Angeles recent customer reviews

All the greyhound staff and drivers were very friendly and professional throughout the trip. My only bad experience occurred during the Las Vegas to Los Angeles leg of the trip. Jammed bus to capacity with homeless people who coughed continuously throughout the trip.

Bryan A.

9 October 2020

Very good

Christine J.

19 July 2024

Great trip

Stephen Michel W.

3 February 2018

Amtrak

4/55,606 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,428 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chicago to Los Angeles, US

What's the distance between Chicago and Los Angeles by coach?
The distance between Chicago and Los Angeles by coach is approximately 1740 miles (2805 km).
What is the best way to go from Chicago to Los Angeles without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

22/11

£317

23/11

£356

Today

£370

25/11

£301

26/11

£243

27/11

£147

28/11

£198

29/11

£261

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £147

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

You can expect to pay from £147 to £526 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £147, which is on 2025-11-27.