How much is the bus ticket from Santa Clara to Los Angeles?

The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Clara to Los Angeles start at R 257. The average price for this route is around R 257. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Santa Clara to Los Angeles?

The average bus journey time from Santa Clara to Los Angeles is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 66 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 20m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Santa Clara to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Santa Clara to Los Angeles at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

A bus trip from Santa Clara to Los Angeles produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Santa Clara to Los Angeles from R 223 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Santa Clara to Los Angeles on 29 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:30	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	6h 15m	05:45	UCLA	No tags
Bus	23:30	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	6h 15m	05:45	UCLA	No tags
Bus	23:30	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	6h 15m	05:45	UCLA	No tags
Bus	23:30	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	6h 15m	05:45	UCLA	No tags
Bus	23:30	Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center	6h 15m	05:45	UCLA	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Clara 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 56 minutes and with fares starting at just R 325, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14train per day

56mAverage duration

49 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 257 - R 325	Average duration5h 30m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 325 - R 428	Average duration56m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55 688 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5688 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 257

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Santa Clara, US 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 Santa Clara to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Clara to Los Angeles start at R 257. The average price for this route is around R 257. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Santa Clara to Los Angeles?
The average bus journey time from Santa Clara to Los Angeles is 5h 30m, covering a distance of 66 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 20m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Santa Clara to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Clara to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Clara to Los Angeles at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Clara to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Santa Clara to Los Angeles produces an estimated 2 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.

Best price found

27/12

R 257

28/12

No data

Today

R 240

30/12

R 257

31/12

R 291

The cheapest trip from Santa Clara, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 29 Dec 2025 with a price of R 240

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

You can expect to pay from R 240 to R 291 for a bus ticket from Santa Clara, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 257, which is on 2025-12-30.