Bus from Houston, US to Los Angeles, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Houston to Los Angeles on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Houston Bus Station
Lankershim/Magnolia - North HollywoodCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Houston Bus Station
Los Angeles Union StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Houston Bus Station
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Houston Bus Station
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $166, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 12hAverage Duration
1368 milesDistance
201kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$91 - $484Average Duration1d 19h
55kg CO₂e
Average Price$166 - $273Average Duration1d 12h
201kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, US 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Los Angeles?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Los Angeles start from $91. The average price for this route is around $147. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Houston to Los Angeles?

    The average bus trip duration from Houston to Los Angeles is 1d 19h, covering a distance of 1361 miles (2195 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Houston to Los Angeles route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 56 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus, Valley Transit.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Los Angeles?

    The earliest bus departs from Houston to Los Angeles at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Los Angeles?

    A bus trip from Houston to Los Angeles generates an estimated 55 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Houston 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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Los Angeles?

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Houston 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Houston 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
11/29
$333
11/30
$346
Today
$391
12/02
$292
12/03
$206
12/04
$180
12/05
$178
12/06
$143
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 6, 2025 with a price of $143

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

You can expect to pay from $143 to $1,868 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $143 which is on 2025-12-06.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Houston, US to Los Angeles, US?

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