Find coaches from Boston, MA, US to Los Angeles, US

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Next departures from Boston to Los Angeles on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    		Boston (South Station)
    		Lankershim/Magnolia - North HollywoodCheapest
    Amtrak
      		South Station (Train Terminal)
      		Union StationFastest
      Amtrak
        		South Station (Train Terminal)
        		Union StationNo tags
        Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
          		Boston (South Station)
          		Los Angeles Union StationNo tags
          Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
            		Boston (South Station)
            		Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)No tags

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            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 3 days, 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$195, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            9bus per day
            3d 5hAverage duration
            4169 kmDistance
            104kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceUS$195 - US$792Average duration3d 5h
            104kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average priceUS$385 - US$2 660Average duration3d 4h
            379kg CO₂e

            Bus Boston, MA, US to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$382
            Average bus trip duration3d 5h
            Number of daily buses9
            Earliest bus departure01:30
            Distance4169 km
            Latest bus departure22:00

            Boston to Los Angeles Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Boston, MA, US - Los Angeles, US

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Boston to Los Angeles cost?

              The bus ticket price from Boston to Los Angeles starts at US$195. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Boston to Los Angeles is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Boston to Los Angeles?

              The average travel time between Boston and Los Angeles is around 3d 5h, although the fastest bus will take about 2d 21h. This is the time it takes to travel the 4175 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Boston and Los Angeles?

              The number of buses from Boston to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Boston to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Boston to Los Angeles?

              When taking the bus from Boston to Los Angeles, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Boston to Los Angeles?

              Buses travelling between Boston and Los Angeles leave from Back Bay Station or South Station and arrive at UCLA, Ramirez Street bus stop, 613 Maple Ave.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

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

            Best price found
            29/10
            US$276
            30/10
            US$427
            Today
            US$498
            01/11
            US$535
            02/11
            US$436
            03/11
            US$347
            04/11
            US$325
            05/11
            US$301
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 29 Oct 2025 with a price of US$276

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

            You can expect to pay from US$276 to US$3 237 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$301, which is on 2025-11-05.

            Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

            About Bus Travel

            Bus Travel Tips

            Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Boston and Los Angeles!

            Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Boston to Los Angeles, get comfy and count the stars.

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

            Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Boston to Los Angeles, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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            It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

            One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

            What's the cheapest way to go from Boston, MA, US to Los Angeles, US?

            busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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