Find coaches from New York City to Los Angeles, US

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Next departures from New York City to Los Angeles on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)
Los Angeles Union StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New York Port Authority
Los Angeles Union StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
New York Port Authority
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New York Port Authority
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
New York Port Authority
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)No tags

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

busbud logoWe 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, 2 hours and with fares starting at just US$100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

104bus per day
3d 2hAverage duration
3936 kmDistance
98kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceUS$100 - US$733Average duration3d 2h
98kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceUS$231 - US$2 569Average duration3d
358kg CO₂e

Bus New York City to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$189
Average bus trip duration3d 2h
Number of daily buses104
Earliest bus departure01:30
Distance3936 km
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 much does a bus ticket from New York City to Los Angeles cost?

    The bus ticket price from New York City to Los Angeles starts at US$100. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New York City 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 New York City to Los Angeles?

    The average travel time between New York City and Los Angeles is around 3d 2h, although the fastest bus will take about 2d 15h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3941 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between New York City and Los Angeles?

    The number of buses from New York City to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 104 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New York City to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from New York City to Los Angeles?

    When taking the bus from New York City to Los Angeles, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    Buses travelling between New York City and Los Angeles leave from New York Port Authority or Chinatown 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
28/10
US$440
29/10
US$474
Today
US$490
31/10
US$521
01/11
US$258
02/11
US$450
03/11
US$245
04/11
US$261
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$245

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, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$245 to US$682 for a bus ticket from New York City to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$245, which is on 2025-11-03.

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, US?

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