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

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Los Angeles start from $98. The average price for this route is around $228. 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 Chicago to Los Angeles?

The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Los Angeles is 2d 2h, covering a distance of 1738 miles (2802 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Los Angeles at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Los Angeles generates an estimated 70 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Los Angeles?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Chicago to Los Angeles?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Chicago to Los Angeles from $112 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Los Angeles on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:10pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 4h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 2h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	Bus	11:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 1h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 6h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Los Angeles on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:05am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 7h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	11:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 1h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:45pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 2h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Los Angeles on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	11:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 1h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 3h	12:05am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Los Angeles on January 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:40am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 23h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	11:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 1h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Los Angeles on January 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 2h	12:05am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	11:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 1h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Los Angeles on January 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 8h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	12:01pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	11:10pm	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 1h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago 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, 2 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day

2d 2hAverage Duration

1738 milesDistance

70kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$98 - $723	Average Duration2d 2h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$154 - $4,599	Average Duration2d 2h	CO₂ emissions 255kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Los Angeles?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
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D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
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E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
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F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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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
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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
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F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,500 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.

Greyhound Chicago Los Angeles recent customer reviews

All the greyhound staff and drivers were very friendly and professional throughout the trip. My only bad experience occurred during the Las Vegas to Los Angeles leg of the trip. Jammed bus to capacity with homeless people who coughed continuously throughout the trip.

Bryan A.

October 9, 2020

Very good

Christine J.

July 19, 2024

Great trip

Stephen Michel W.

February 3, 2018

Amtrak

4/55,733 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512,043 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago 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 Chicago to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Los Angeles start from $98. The average price for this route is around $228. 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 Chicago to Los Angeles?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Los Angeles is 2d 2h, covering a distance of 1738 miles (2802 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Los Angeles at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Chicago to Los Angeles generates an estimated 70 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Los Angeles?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Chicago to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

01/12

$353

01/13

$260

Today

$254

01/15

$231

01/16

$216

01/17

$198

01/18

$220

01/19

$138

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Jan 19, 2026 with a price of $138

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

You can expect to pay from $138 to $472 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $138 which is on 2026-01-19.