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

The cheapest coach tickets from Los Angeles to Philadelphia start from £90. The average price for this route is around £204. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to Philadelphia is 2d 23h, covering a distance of 2395 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2d 14h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 52 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Philadelphia at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

A bus journey from Los Angeles to Philadelphia produces an estimated 97 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?

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 Philadelphia?

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 Los Angeles to Philadelphia from £100 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Philadelphia on 4 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	3d	00:20	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 15h	15:05	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 21h	20:40	Cherry Hill Mall	No tags
	Bus	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 19h	22:10	Schuylkill & Walnut	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 21h	20:35	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Philadelphia on 5 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 18h	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 15h	15:05	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 16h	08:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 19h	11:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 16h	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Philadelphia on 6 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 21h	20:35	Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 15h	15:05	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 16h	08:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 19h	11:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 16h	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Philadelphia on 7 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 19h	22:10	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 15h	15:05	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 16h	08:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 19h	11:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 16h	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Philadelphia on 8 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	07:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	3d 5h	15:10	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 15h	15:05	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 16h	08:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 19h	11:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 16h	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Philadelphia on 9 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 18h	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 15h	15:05	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 16h	08:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 19h	11:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 16h	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Philadelphia on 10 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 18h	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 15h	15:05	199 Spring Garden St.	Fastest
	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 16h	08:10	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 21h	13:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	Bus	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 16h	13:00	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 2 days, 23 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just £90, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

52bus per day

2d 23hAverage duration

2395 milesDistance

97kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£90 - £648	Average duration2d 23h	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£201 - £2,360	Average duration2d 21h	CO₂ emissions 350kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Philadelphia?

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

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
Visit page
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,477 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87477 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 £90

Greyhound Los Angeles Philadelphia recent customer reviews

Overall my Greyhound trip was smooth. It was inconvenient to have to get off and back on the bus an hour later each time there was a driver change but I completely understand why it is necessary!

Tim L.

9 December 2019

Some staff were nice, others were rude. Overall nice service

Elaysia M.

24 September 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,896 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 by bus from Los Angeles, US to Philadelphia, PA

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?
The cheapest coach tickets from Los Angeles to Philadelphia start from £90. The average price for this route is around £204. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?
The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to Philadelphia is 2d 23h, covering a distance of 2395 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 2d 14h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 52 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Philadelphia at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?
A bus journey from Los Angeles to Philadelphia produces an estimated 97 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?
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 company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Los Angeles to Philadelphia?
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 Philadelphia?
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

02/01

£232

03/01

£179

Today

£172

05/01

£170

06/01

£147

07/01

£146

08/01

£171

09/01

£172

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 7 Jan 2026 with a price of £146

To 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 Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £146 to £458 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £146, which is on 2026-01-07.