How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Los Angeles?

The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Los Angeles start at R 2 788. The average price for this route is around R 5 805. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Newark to Los Angeles?

The average bus journey time from Newark to Los Angeles is 2d 18h, covering a distance of 3922 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 17h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Newark to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newark to Los Angeles?

The earliest bus departs from Newark to Los Angeles at 02:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Los Angeles?

A bus trip from Newark to Los Angeles produces an estimated 98 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Newark to Los Angeles?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Los Angeles?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Newark to Los Angeles?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark to Los Angeles?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Newark to Los Angeles from R 2 948 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Newark to Los Angeles on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:35	Newark Penn Station	2d 20h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:35	Newark Penn Station	2d 18h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:35	Newark Penn Station	2d 18h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from Newark to Los Angeles on 26 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:35	Newark Penn Station	2d 20h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	02:15	Newark Penn Station	2d 15h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	23:35	Newark Penn Station	2d 18h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	02:15	Newark Penn Station	2d 17h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	02:15	Newark Penn Station	2d 15h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 12:28 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Newark 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, 18 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 788, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

2d 18hAverage duration

3922 kmDistance

98kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 788 - R 13 938	Average duration2d 18h	CO₂ emissions 98kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 5 343 - R 60 817	Average duration2d 23h	CO₂ emissions 357kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Newark and Los Angeles?

Stops in Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport

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

3.5/587 445 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 697 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ 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 Newark to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Los Angeles start at R 2 788. The average price for this route is around R 5 805. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Newark to Los Angeles?
The average bus journey time from Newark to Los Angeles is 2d 18h, covering a distance of 3922 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 17h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Newark to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newark to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to Los Angeles at 02:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Newark to Los Angeles produces an estimated 98 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Newark to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Los Angeles?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Newark to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

20/12

R 9 333

21/12

R 6 659

Today

R 7 190

23/12

No data

24/12

No data

25/12

R 4 071

26/12

R 6 359

27/12

R 4 739

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 25 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 071

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

You can expect to pay from R 4 071 to R 10 704 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 071, which is on 2025-12-25.