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

The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Los Angeles start from $155. The average price for this route is around $230. 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 Gainesville to Los Angeles?

The average bus trip duration from Gainesville to Los Angeles is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 2114 miles (3410 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 8h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Los Angeles at 1:10am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Gainesville to Los Angeles generates an estimated 85 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 Gainesville 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 87500 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Gainesville 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 Gainesville 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 Gainesville 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 Gainesville to Los Angeles from $155 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Gainesville to Los Angeles on January 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	5:15pm	Rosa Parks Station	2d 9h	11:30pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	5:35pm	Rosa Parks Station	3d	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	5:35pm	Rosa Parks Station	2d 18h	9:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	5:35pm	Rosa Parks Station	3d 2h	4:45pm	Los Angeles (Americanstar)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	10:40pm	Rosa Parks Station	3d 2h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Get from Gainesville to Los Angeles

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 days, 12 hours and with fares starting at just $155, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

2d 12hAverage Duration

2114 milesDistance

85kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and Los Angeles?

Stops in Gainesville

A
Rosa Parks Station
700 SE 3rd St, Gainesville, FL 32601
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B
Williston Rd & I-75
3509 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
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C
Greyhound Station
101 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
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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
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

3.5/587,516 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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

3.5/512,136 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 Gainesville, FL 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 Gainesville to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Los Angeles start from $155. The average price for this route is around $230. 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 Gainesville to Los Angeles?
The average bus trip duration from Gainesville to Los Angeles is 2d 12h, covering a distance of 2114 miles (3410 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 8h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gainesville to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Los Angeles at 1:10am. And the latest bus departs at 5:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gainesville to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Gainesville to Los Angeles generates an estimated 85 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 Gainesville 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 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Gainesville 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 Gainesville 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 Gainesville 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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