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

The cheapest bus tickets from Atlanta to Los Angeles start from $189. The average price for this route is around $287. 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 6h, 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 24 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 11:30pm.

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 87412 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 $175 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Atlanta to Los Angeles on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:05pm	Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (Domestic Terminal)	2d 5h	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
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:00pm	Atlanta Bus Station	2d 5h	9:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	5:05pm	Atlanta Bus Station	2d 2h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:05pm	Atlanta Bus Station	2d	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures for Atlanta to Los Angeles on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:05pm	Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (Domestic Terminal)	2d 5h	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	12:40am	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 December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00pm	Civic Center MARTA Station	3d 11h	5:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	5:05pm	Atlanta Bus Station	2d	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:40am	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 December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00pm	Civic Center MARTA Station	3d 11h	5:10am	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 December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:05pm	Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (Domestic Terminal)	2d 5h	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: Yesterday at 5:18 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, 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $189, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24bus per day

2d 6hAverage Duration

3109 kmDistance

78kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$189 - $961	Average Duration2d 6h	CO₂ emissions 78kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$288 - $3,910	Average Duration3d 11h	CO₂ emissions 283kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Atlanta and Los Angeles?

Stops in Atlanta

A
Atlanta Airport
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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
D
Cleveland Ave
387 Cleveland Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30315, USA
E
Doraville El Expreso Bus Station
4989 Buford Hwy NE, Chamblee, GA 30341, 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

3.5/587,415 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87415 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 $189

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

3.5/511,535 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, 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 $189. The average price for this route is around $287. 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 6h, 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 24 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 11:30pm.
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 87412 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

12-04

$695

12-05

$469

Today

$518

12-07

$501

12-08

$402

12-09

$369

12-10

No data

12-11

No data

The cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $369

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 $369 to $978 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 $369 which is on 2025-12-09.