How far is Los Angeles from New York City by coach?

The journey from New York City to Los Angeles by coach covers an approximate distance of 2443 miles (3941 km).

Is there a way to reach Los Angeles from New York City without flying?

You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus New York City to Los Angeles from £109 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from New York City to Los Angeles on 26 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	13:35	GW Bridge	2d 21h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	2d 18h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	New York Port Authority	2d 19h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	23:00	New York Port Authority	2d 20h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:00	New York Port Authority	2d 19h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Los Angeles on 27 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:00	Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)	2d 23h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	2d 16h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	2d 17h	15:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	New York Port Authority	2d 19h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	2d 16h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Los Angeles on 28 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	13:35	GW Bridge	2d 21h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	2d 16h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	2d 17h	15:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	New York Port Authority	2d 19h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	2d 16h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Los Angeles on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:00	Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)	2d 23h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	2d 16h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	2d 17h	15:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	New York Port Authority	2d 19h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	2d 16h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from New York City 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	21:15	Chinatown	2d 20h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	2d 16h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	2d 17h	15:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	New York Port Authority	2d 19h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	2d 16h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Los Angeles on 1 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	13:35	GW Bridge	2d 21h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	2d 16h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	2d 17h	15:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	New York Port Authority	2d 19h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	2d 16h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from New York City to Los Angeles on 2 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:15	Chinatown	2d 20h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	2d 16h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	2d 17h	15:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	22:50	New York Port Authority	2d 19h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	01:35	New York Port Authority	2d 16h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York 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 3 days, 1 hour 6 minutes and with fares starting at just £70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

94bus per day

3d 1hAverage duration

2441 milesDistance

98kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£70 - £585	Average duration3d 1h	CO₂ emissions 98kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£180 - £2,902	Average duration3d	CO₂ emissions 358kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New York City and Los Angeles?

Stops in New York City

A
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
B
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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C
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, 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

3.5/587,396 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87396 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 £70

Greyhound Lines, Inc. New York City Los Angeles recent customer reviews

Didn’t like not knowing exact gate for departure and more details should have been given for drop station besides location bc there are two stations and union is a complex station for people picking up if they’ve never been there, but besides that it wasn’t bad and notifications were given about delays and the drivers were good.

Sian D.

22 March 2025

FlixBus

3.5/511,447 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from New York City to Los Angeles, US

How far is Los Angeles from New York City by coach?
The journey from New York City to Los Angeles by coach covers an approximate distance of 2443 miles (3941 km).
Is there a way to reach Los Angeles from New York City without flying?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

24/11

£596

25/11

£458

Today

£438

27/11

£400

28/11

£267

29/11

£471

30/11

£405

01/12

£247

The cheapest trip from New York City to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 1 Dec 2025 with a price of £247

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

You can expect to pay from £247 to £666 for a bus ticket from New York City to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £247, which is on 2025-12-01.