Bus from Los Angeles, US to Seattle: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Seattle on 15 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
Greyhound StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Los Angeles Union Station
Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Los Angeles Union Station
Greyhound StationNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
Seattle King Street StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles to Seattle

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Seattle. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours and with fares starting at just R 2 187, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 10hAverage duration
1545 kmDistance
141kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 560 - R 7 198Average duration1d 12h
38kg CO₂e
Average priceR 2 187 - R 5 338Average duration1d 10h
141kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to Seattle by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Seattle?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Seattle start at R 1 560. The average price for this route is around R 2 450. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Los Angeles to Seattle?

    The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to Seattle is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1514 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Seattle route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 39 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Seattle?

    The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Seattle at 00:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Seattle?

    A bus trip from Los Angeles to Seattle produces an estimated 38 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Los Angeles to Seattle?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5627 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Seattle?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Los Angeles to Seattle?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles to Seattle?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
12/12
R 5 828
13/12
R 4 531
Today
R 4 843
15/12
R 4 341
16/12
R 3 009
17/12
R 3 269
18/12
R 3 753
19/12
R 3 580
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Seattle was searched and found on 16 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 009

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 Seattle as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 3 009 to R 39 950 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Seattle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 009, which is on 2025-12-16.

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.

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