How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Los Angeles cost?

The bus ticket price from Chicago to Los Angeles starts at US$110. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago 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!

How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Los Angeles?

The average travel time between Chicago and Los Angeles is around 2d 5h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 22h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2805 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Los Angeles?

The number of buses from Chicago to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 55 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Los Angeles?

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

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Los Angeles?

Buses travelling between Chicago and Los Angeles leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport and arrive at UCLA, Ramirez Street bus stop, 613 Maple Ave.

Bus Chicago to Los Angeles from US$144 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Chicago to Los Angeles on 1 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	19:25	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 7h	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 23h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	14:20	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 7h	14:20	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 1h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Los Angeles on 2 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:10	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	2d 6h	15:00	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 3h	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Los Angeles on 3 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 5h	15:00	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 3h	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Los Angeles on 4 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 3h	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 2h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 4h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 6h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Los Angeles on 5 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 2h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	14:45	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 4h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 6h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 3h	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures from Chicago to Los Angeles on 7 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	11:20	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 22h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	22:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 3h	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	16:30	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	10:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	2d 8h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago 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, 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

55bus per day

2d 5hAverage duration

2808 kmDistance

70kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$110 - US$630	Average duration2d 5h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$154 - US$3 250	Average duration2d 2h	CO₂ emissions 255kg CO₂e

Bus Chicago to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$179

Average bus trip duration2d 5h

Number of daily buses55

Earliest bus departure00:15

Distance2808 km

Latest bus departure23:50

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 345 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87345 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 US$110

Greyhound Chicago Los Angeles recent customer reviews

All the greyhound staff and drivers were very friendly and professional throughout the trip. My only bad experience occurred during the Las Vegas to Los Angeles leg of the trip. Jammed bus to capacity with homeless people who coughed continuously throughout the trip.

Bryan A.

9 October 2020

Very good

Christine J.

19 July 2024

Great trip

Stephen Michel W.

3 February 2018

Amtrak

4/55 558 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 139 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, Sindbad, Infobus, Gontijo, Rider Express

Chicago to Los Angeles Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Los Angeles?

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

Stops in Los Angeles

A - UCLA

B - Ramirez Street bus stop

C - 613 Maple Ave

D - Los Angeles International Airport

E - Downtown Westin Bonaventure

F - LAX Airport Holiday Inn

Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Los Angeles, US

How much does a bus ticket from Chicago to Los Angeles cost?
The bus ticket price from Chicago to Los Angeles starts at US$110. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Chicago 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!
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Los Angeles?
The average travel time between Chicago and Los Angeles is around 2d 5h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 22h. This is the time it takes to travel the 2805 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Chicago and Los Angeles?
The number of buses from Chicago to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 55 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Chicago to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Chicago to Los Angeles?
When taking the bus from Chicago to Los Angeles, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Los Angeles?
Buses travelling between Chicago and Los Angeles leave from Downtown Greyhound Station or Chicago O'Hare International Airport 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

30/10

US$447

31/10

US$450

Today

US$308

02/11

US$357

03/11

US$235

04/11

US$234

05/11

US$193

06/11

US$174

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 06 Nov 2025 with a price of US$174

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

You can expect to pay from US$174 to US$555 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$174, which is on 2025-11-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Chicago to Los Angeles but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago to Los Angeles, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time2d 5h	Avg priceUS$179	Daily departures55
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2d 2h	Avg priceUS$221	Daily departures5

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