Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Columbus Bus Station | UCLA | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Columbus Bus Station | Los Angeles (Americanstar) | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Columbus Bus Station | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Columbus Bus Station | Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Columbus Bus Station | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | No tags |
Get from Columbus to Los Angeles
The journey takes about 2 days, 10 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $215, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Los Angeles?
Stops in Columbus
- A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
Stops in Los Angeles
- A571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
- B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, 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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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, OH 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 Columbus to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Los Angeles start from $215. The average price for this route is around $428. 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 Columbus to Los Angeles?
The average bus travel time from Columbus to Los Angeles is 2d 10h, covering a distance of 3176 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Columbus to Los Angeles route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Columbus to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Los Angeles at 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Columbus to Los Angeles generates an estimated 79 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 Columbus 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 Columbus 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 Columbus 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 Columbus 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.
The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $204To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $204 to $372 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $204 which is on 2025-12-07.
