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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Santa Cruz, CA | Union Station | Cheapest | |||||
| Santa Cruz, CA | UCLA | Fastest | |||||
| Santa Cruz, CA | Union Station | No tags | |||||
| Santa Cruz, CA | Union Station | No tags | |||||
| Santa Cruz, CA | Union Station | No tags |
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Get from Santa Cruz to Los Angeles
The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Santa Cruz and Los Angeles?
Stops in Santa Cruz
- A920 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, California, 95062
Stops in Los Angeles
- A
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - B571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, 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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Based on 5752 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $88
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Santa Cruz, 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Santa Cruz to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Santa Cruz to Los Angeles start from $98. The average price for this route is around $98. 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 Santa Cruz to Los Angeles?
The average bus trip duration from Santa Cruz to Los Angeles is 10h 40m, covering a distance of 293 miles (473 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 40m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Santa Cruz to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Santa Cruz to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Santa Cruz to Los Angeles at 12:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 12:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Santa Cruz to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Santa Cruz to Los Angeles generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Santa Cruz, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $83To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Cruz, US to Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $83 to $366 for a bus ticket from Santa Cruz, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $83 which is on 2026-01-31.
