- Chicago to Los Angeles buses
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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | Cheapest | ||||
![]() | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Los Angeles Union Station | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot) | No tags | ||||
![]() | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Los Angeles
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $109, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Los Angeles?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Stops in Los Angeles
- A571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
- B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - C613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
- 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
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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 $109. The average price for this route is around $181. 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 4h, covering a distance of 1738 miles (2802 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 22h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Los Angeles route?
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 5597 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.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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 $204 to $703 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 $204 which is on 2025-12-04.
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