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

The cheapest bus tickets from Atlanta to Los Angeles start from $177. The average price for this route is around $282. 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 Atlanta to Los Angeles?

The average bus travel time from Atlanta to Los Angeles is 2d 5h, covering a distance of 3109 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Atlanta to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Atlanta to Los Angeles?

The earliest bus departs from Atlanta to Los Angeles at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Atlanta to Los Angeles generates an estimated 78 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Atlanta 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 87463 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Atlanta to Los Angeles?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta to Los Angeles from $186 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Atlanta to Los Angeles on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:00pm	Atlanta Bus Station	2d 5h	9:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:05pm	Atlanta Bus Station	2d	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:35am	Atlanta Bus Station	2d	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:05pm	Atlanta Bus Station	2d	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	Bus	5:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	2d 6h	9:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to Los Angeles on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:20pm	Civic Center MARTA Station	3d 6h	5:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:05pm	Atlanta Bus Station	2d	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:35am	Atlanta Bus Station	2d	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:00pm	Atlanta Bus Station	2d 5h	9:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	5:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	2d 6h	9:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to Los Angeles on January 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:50pm	Civic Center MARTA Station	3d 4h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:05pm	Atlanta Bus Station	2d	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:35am	Atlanta Bus Station	2d	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:00pm	Atlanta Bus Station	2d 5h	9:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	5:40am	Atlanta Bus Station	2d 6h	9:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 11:49 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Atlanta to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 5 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $177, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

2d 5hAverage Duration

3109 kmDistance

78kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$177 - $1,224	Average Duration2d 5h	CO₂ emissions 78kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$326 - $4,384	Average Duration3d 11h	CO₂ emissions 283kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Atlanta and Los Angeles?

Stops in Atlanta

A
Atlanta Airport (ATL)
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B
Doraville Tornado Bus Station
3658 Shallowford Rd, Atlanta, GA 30340, USA
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C
Atlanta Downtown Greyhound Station
232 Forsyth St SW, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
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D
Cleveland Ave
387 Cleveland Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30315, USA
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E
Doraville El Expreso Bus Station
4989 Buford Hwy NE, Chamblee, GA 30341, USA
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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
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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
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F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,500 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87500 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $177

Greyhound Atlanta Los Angeles recent customer reviews

Greyhound staff and bus drivers were professional and kept me updated with delays, I'll choose Greyhound again!

Jonathan C.

September 10, 2018

Great experience all around

Christopher M.

May 19, 2021

I was physically uncomfortable

James L.

April 23, 2021

FlixBus

3.5/512,043 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Atlanta, GA 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 Atlanta to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Atlanta to Los Angeles start from $177. The average price for this route is around $282. 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 Atlanta to Los Angeles?
The average bus travel time from Atlanta to Los Angeles is 2d 5h, covering a distance of 3109 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Atlanta to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Atlanta to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Atlanta to Los Angeles at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 9:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Atlanta to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Atlanta to Los Angeles generates an estimated 78 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Atlanta 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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Atlanta to Los Angeles?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Atlanta to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Atlanta 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-11

$483

01-12

$309

Today

$427

01-14

$244

01-15

$287

01-16

$344

01-17

$306

01-18

$344

The cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $244

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

You can expect to pay from $244 to $723 for a bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $244 which is on 2026-01-14.