Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Joplin Bus Station | Los Angeles Union Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Joplin Bus Station | Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Joplin Bus Station | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: 12/22/2025 CST.
Get from Joplin to Los Angeles
The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 3 544, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Joplin and Los Angeles?
Stops in Los Angeles
- A571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
- B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - C613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
- 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
Based on 87462 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 R 3 544
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Joplin to Los Angeles, US by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Joplin to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Joplin to Los Angeles start at R 3 544. The average price for this route is around R 6 101. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Joplin to Los Angeles?
The average bus journey time from Joplin to Los Angeles is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 2164 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Joplin to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Joplin to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Joplin to Los Angeles at 01:55. And the latest bus departs at 06:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Joplin to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Joplin to Los Angeles produces an estimated 54 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Joplin to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 31 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 541To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Joplin to Los Angeles, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 541 to R 6 542 for a bus ticket from Joplin to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 541, which is on 2025-12-31.
