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

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Los Angeles start from $184. The average price for this route is around $318. 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 Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is 2d 21h, covering a distance of 3852 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 13h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 45 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Los Angeles at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Los Angeles generates an estimated 96.296425 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Philadelphia to Los Angeles from $201 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Los Angeles on April 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:45am	Schuylkill & Walnut	3d 4h	1:15pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	12:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 13h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 14h	3:20pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	5:35pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 17h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 22h	3:20pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia 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, 21 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $184, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

45bus per day

2d 21hAverage Duration

3852 kmDistance

96kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$184 - $985	Average Duration2d 21h	CO₂ emissions 96kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$353 - $5,294	Average Duration2d 22h	CO₂ emissions 350kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Los Angeles?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, 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

3.5/587,536 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Based on 87536 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 Wi‑Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $184

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Los Limousines

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Los Angeles start from $184. The average price for this route is around $318. 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 Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
The average bus travel time from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is 2d 21h, covering a distance of 3852 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 13h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 45 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Los Angeles at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Los Angeles generates an estimated 96.296425 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

04-13

$312

04-14

$224

Today

$275

04-16

$329

04-17

$316

04-18

$238

04-19

$334

04-20

$269

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Apr 14, 2026 with a price of $224

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

You can expect to pay from $224 to $662 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $238 which is on 2026-04-18.