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Get from Santa Cruz to Los Angeles
The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus Santa Cruz, US to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview
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Based on 5563 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 US$88
Santa Cruz to Los Angeles Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Cruz, US - Los Angeles, US
How much does a bus ticket from Santa Cruz to Los Angeles cost?
The bus ticket price from Santa Cruz to Los Angeles starts at US$98. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz to Los Angeles?
The average travel time between Santa Cruz and Los Angeles is around 10h 40m, although the fastest bus will take about 10h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 473 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Santa Cruz and Los Angeles?
The number of buses from Santa Cruz to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Santa Cruz to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Santa Cruz to Los Angeles?
When taking the bus from Santa Cruz to Los Angeles, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santa Cruz, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 01 Nov 2025 with a price of US$83To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Cruz, US to Los Angeles, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$83 to US$242 for a bus ticket from Santa Cruz, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$92, which is on 2025-11-03.
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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz to Los Angeles will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.
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Did you know?
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 some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
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!
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