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Tomorrow14 Jul
from US$591
Tue15 Jul
from US$225
Wed16 Jul
from US$172
Thu17 Jul
from US$202
Fri18 Jul
from US$174
Sat19 Jul
from US$174
Sun20 Jul
from US$167
Mon21 Jul
from US$212

Cheap buses leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 14 July at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    Arrival time: 17 July at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 14 July at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 14 July at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 14 July at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 14 July at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: 16 July at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to Los Angeles

Bus
Average priceUS$95 - US$951Average duration3d 1h
98kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$247 - US$2,446Average duration3d
358kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from New York City to Los Angeles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 3 days, 1 hour 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$95, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

77bus per day
3d 1hAverage duration
US$95Cheapest ticket
98kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New York City to Los Angeles: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$182
Average bus trip duration3d 1h
Number of daily buses77
Earliest bus departure01:30
Distance2443 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

New York City to Los Angeles Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Los Angeles, US

  1. How far is Los Angeles from New York City by coach?

    The journey from New York City to Los Angeles by coach covers an approximate distance of 2443 miles (3941 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Los Angeles from New York City without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
11/07
US$580
12/07
US$597
Today
US$521
14/07
US$586
15/07
US$252
16/07
US$179
17/07
US$200
18/07
US$168
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Los Angeles was searched and found on 18 Jul 2025 with a price of US$168

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

You can expect to pay from US$168 to US$747 for a bus ticket from New York City to Los Angeles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$168, which is on 2025-07-18.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from New York City to Los Angeles.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from New York City to Los Angeles, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from New York City to Los Angeles will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from New York City to Los Angeles while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from New York City to Los Angeles?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to New York City by bus?

Bus from New York City to Los Angeles

You can also go to Los Angeles, US by train

Train from New York City to Los Angeles, US

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