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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | Tacoma | Cheapest | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Los Angeles Union Station | Tacoma | Fastest | |||||
 | UCLA | Tacoma Dome Station | No tags | |||||
| UCLA | Tacoma Dome Station | No tags | |||||
| UCLA | Tacoma Dome Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Tacoma
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tacoma. The journey takes about 1 day, 5 hours, and with fares starting at just $181, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Tacoma 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 Los Angeles to Tacoma?
The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Tacoma start from $181. The average price for this route is around $268. 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 Los Angeles to Tacoma?
The average bus travel time from Los Angeles to Tacoma is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 1508 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Tacoma route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Los Angeles to Tacoma?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Tacoma at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Tacoma?
A bus trip from Los Angeles to Tacoma generates an estimated 38 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 Los Angeles to Tacoma?
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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Tacoma?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Los Angeles to Tacoma?
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 Los Angeles to Tacoma?
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.
The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Tacoma was searched and found on Jan 10, 2026 with a price of $236To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Los Angeles, US to Tacoma, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $236 to $1,428 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Tacoma based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $236 which is on 2026-01-10.
What's the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles, US to Tacoma?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
