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

The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to Los Angeles start from $145. The average price for this route is around $350. 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 Cincinnati to Los Angeles?

The average bus trip duration from Cincinnati to Los Angeles is 2d 7h, covering a distance of 1902 miles (3068 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to Los Angeles at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Cincinnati to Los Angeles generates an estimated 77 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 Cincinnati to Los Angeles?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Cincinnati to Los Angeles from $166 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Cincinnati to Los Angeles on December 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 1h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 3h	5:44pm	Los Angeles (Americanstar)	No tags
	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 1h	3:15pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 3h	5:20pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 9h	11:50pm	UCLA	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Cincinnati 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, 7 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

2d 7hAverage Duration

1902 milesDistance

77kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$145 - $734	Average Duration2d 7h	CO₂ emissions 77kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$210 - $1,593	Average Duration2d 10h	CO₂ emissions 277kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cincinnati and Los Angeles?

Stops in Cincinnati

A
Greyhound Station
1005 Gilbert Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202
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B
Northland Blvd
290-322 Northland Blvd, Springdale, OH 45246, USA

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

3.5/587,451 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,732 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 Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to Los Angeles start from $145. The average price for this route is around $350. 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 Cincinnati to Los Angeles?
The average bus trip duration from Cincinnati to Los Angeles is 2d 7h, covering a distance of 1902 miles (3068 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 2h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cincinnati to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to Los Angeles at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cincinnati to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Cincinnati to Los Angeles generates an estimated 77 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 Cincinnati to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cincinnati to Los Angeles?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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$264

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$225

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The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $225

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

You can expect to pay from $225 to $291 for a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $225 which is on 2025-12-29.