How much does a bus ticket from Houston to Los Angeles cost?

The bus ticket price from Houston to Los Angeles starts at US$85. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Houston to Los Angeles is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Houston to Los Angeles?

The average travel time between Houston and Los Angeles is around 1d 17h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 8h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2210 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Houston and Los Angeles?

The number of buses from Houston to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 51 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Houston to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Houston to Los Angeles?

When taking the bus from Houston to Los Angeles, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Houston to Los Angeles?

Buses travelling between Houston and Los Angeles leave from Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway or Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at UCLA, Ramirez Street bus stop, 613 Maple Ave.

Bus Houston to Los Angeles from US$106 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Houston to Los Angeles on 2 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.		23:20	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	2d 19h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Houston to Los Angeles on 3 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:20	Houston Bus Station	1d 14h	21:10	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	Cheapest
	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 9h	09:10	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	13:05	Amtrak Station	2d 20h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
	08:20	Houston Bus Station	1d 11h	17:55	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 15h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from Houston to Los Angeles on 4 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:25	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	1d 13h	22:30	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 9h	09:10	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	13:05	Amtrak Station	2d 20h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
	08:20	Houston Bus Station	1d 11h	17:55	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 15h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from Houston to Los Angeles on 5 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:45	Houston Bus Station	1d 10h	22:30	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 9h	09:10	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	13:05	Amtrak Station	2d 20h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
	08:20	Houston Bus Station	1d 11h	17:55	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 15h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from Houston to Los Angeles on 6 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:45	Houston Bus Station	1d 10h	22:30	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 9h	09:10	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	13:05	Amtrak Station	2d 20h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
	08:20	Houston Bus Station	1d 11h	17:55	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 15h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from Houston to Los Angeles on 7 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	14:15	The Woodlands - Windvale Center	1d 10h	22:30	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 9h	09:10	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	13:05	Amtrak Station	2d 20h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
	08:20	Houston Bus Station	1d 11h	17:55	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 15h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from Houston to Los Angeles on 8 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:20	Houston Bus Station	1d 14h	21:10	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	Cheapest
	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 9h	09:10	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	13:05	Amtrak Station	2d 20h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
	08:20	Houston Bus Station	1d 11h	17:55	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 15h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Houston to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$166, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 12hAverage duration

2206 kmDistance

201kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$85 - US$484	Average duration1d 17h	CO₂ emissions 56kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$166 - US$273	Average duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 201kg CO₂e

Bus Houston, US to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$141

Average bus trip duration1d 17h

Number of daily buses51

Earliest bus departure00:05

Distance2227 km

Latest bus departure23:20

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 347 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87347 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 US$86

Greyhound Houston Los Angeles recent customer reviews

My bus was canceled when I made it to dallas. The service was horrible. The bus ride was extremely uncomfortable and one bus didn't have air conditioning. The trip was basically for nothing because once I let the reason for my trip know that I was delayed, I was canceled. It's more than that. I did not enjoy this trip at all.

Kentrell W.

13 August 2018

It rained on the bus almost the whole time

Michael F.

27 September 2019

Passengers very poor attitude

Mbongo A.

6 May 2019

Amtrak

4/55 562 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 159 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Valley Transit

3/533 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness2.9

WiFi2.3

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Houston to Los Angeles Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Houston and Los Angeles?

Stops in Houston

A - Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway

B - Downtown Greyhound Station

C - Harrisburg Greyhound Station

D - Harrisburg Senda Station

E - Clay St & Louisiana St

F - Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr

Stops in Los Angeles

A - UCLA

B - Ramirez Street bus stop

C - 613 Maple Ave

D - Los Angeles International Airport

E - Downtown Westin Bonaventure

F - LAX Airport Holiday Inn

Frequently asked questions on the trip Houston, US - Los Angeles, US

How much does a bus ticket from Houston to Los Angeles cost?
The bus ticket price from Houston to Los Angeles starts at US$85. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Houston to Los Angeles is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Houston to Los Angeles?
The average travel time between Houston and Los Angeles is around 1d 17h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 8h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2210 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Houston and Los Angeles?
The number of buses from Houston to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 51 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Houston to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Houston to Los Angeles?
When taking the bus from Houston to Los Angeles, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Houston to Los Angeles?
Buses travelling between Houston and Los Angeles leave from Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway or Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at UCLA, Ramirez Street bus stop, 613 Maple Ave.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

31/10

US$144

01/11

US$207

Today

US$238

03/11

US$247

04/11

US$156

05/11

US$156

06/11

US$127

07/11

US$118

The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 07 Nov 2025 with a price of US$118

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

You can expect to pay from US$118 to US$1 984 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$118, which is on 2025-11-07.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Houston to Los Angeles.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Houston to Los Angeles, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Houston to Los Angeles will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Houston to Los Angeles.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Houston, US to Los Angeles, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d 17h	Avg priceUS$141	Daily departures51
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1d 12h	Avg priceUS$166	Daily departures1

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