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

The cheapest bus tickets from Charlottesville to Los Angeles start from $224. The average price for this route is around $322. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus trip duration from Charlottesville to Los Angeles is 2d 8h, covering a distance of 2221 miles (3582 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Charlottesville to Los Angeles route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Charlottesville to Los Angeles at 9:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40am.

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

A bus trip from Charlottesville to Los Angeles generates an estimated 90 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Charlottesville to Los Angeles from $229 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Charlottesville to Los Angeles on December 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:40am	Charlottesville Union Station	2d 8h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:40am	Charlottesville Union Station	2d 8h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	Bus	9:40am	Charlottesville Union Station	2d 10h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Charlottesville to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 8 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $224, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

2d 8hAverage Duration

2221 milesDistance

90kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$224 - $519	Average Duration2d 8h	CO₂ emissions 90kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$446 - $3,170	Average Duration2d 23h	CO₂ emissions 325kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charlottesville and Los Angeles?

Stops in Charlottesville

A
Campbells Travel Bus Stop
310 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903

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

3.5/587,439 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Charlottesville to Los Angeles, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Charlottesville to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlottesville to Los Angeles start from $224. The average price for this route is around $322. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Charlottesville to Los Angeles?
The average bus trip duration from Charlottesville to Los Angeles is 2d 8h, covering a distance of 2221 miles (3582 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Charlottesville to Los Angeles route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charlottesville to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Charlottesville to Los Angeles at 9:40am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlottesville to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Charlottesville to Los Angeles generates an estimated 90 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/17

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12/18

$421

Today

$235

12/20

$530

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The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $235

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

You can expect to pay from $235 to $530 for a bus ticket from Charlottesville to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $530 which is on 2025-12-20.