How much is the bus ticket from Rochester to Los Angeles?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Los Angeles start at R 4 006. The average price for this route is around R 5 545. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Rochester to Los Angeles?

The average bus journey time from Rochester to Los Angeles is 2d 23h, covering a distance of 3634 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3d and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Rochester to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rochester to Los Angeles?

The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Los Angeles at 01:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rochester to Los Angeles?

A bus trip from Rochester to Los Angeles produces an estimated 91 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Rochester to Los Angeles?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rochester to Los Angeles?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Rochester to Los Angeles?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rochester to Los Angeles?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Rochester to Los Angeles from R 3 882 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Rochester to Los Angeles on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	18:55	Rochester	3d 1h	17:44	Los Angeles (Americanstar)	No tags
	Bus	18:55	Rochester	2d 23h	15:15	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	18:55	Rochester	2d 23h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	18:55	Rochester	3d 7h	23:50	UCLA	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	18:55	Rochester	3d 1h	17:20	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Rochester 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, 23 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 4 006, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

2d 23hAverage duration

3634 kmDistance

91kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 4 006 - R 14 442	Average duration2d 23h	CO₂ emissions 91kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 5 426 - R 42 420	Average duration2d 11h	CO₂ emissions 331kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rochester and Los Angeles?

Stops in Rochester

A
Bus Station
186 Cumberland St (Across from the Amtrak Terminal) , Rochester, NY 14605
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B
U of R
Rush Rhees Library, 755 Library Road, Rochester, NY 14627
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C
Rochester Institute of Technology
61 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623
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Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 431 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 616 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Rochester to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to Los Angeles start at R 4 006. The average price for this route is around R 5 545. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Rochester to Los Angeles?
The average bus journey time from Rochester to Los Angeles is 2d 23h, covering a distance of 3634 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3d and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Rochester to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rochester to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Rochester to Los Angeles at 01:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rochester to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Rochester to Los Angeles produces an estimated 91 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Rochester to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rochester to Los Angeles?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Rochester to Los Angeles?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rochester to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 5 594

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

You can expect to pay from R 5 594 to R 6 597 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 594, which is on 2025-12-15.