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

The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Los Angeles start from $112. The average price for this route is around $171. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus trip duration from Austin to Los Angeles is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 1232 miles (1986 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Austin to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Valley Transit .

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

The earliest bus departs from Austin to Los Angeles at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Austin to Los Angeles generates an estimated 50 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Austin 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 87435 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin 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 has the most timely service from Austin to Los Angeles?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Austin 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 Austin to Los Angeles from $127 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Austin to Los Angeles on December 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:45pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 11h	9:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 11h	5:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:45pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 20h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	Bus	11:45pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 19h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2d	9:10pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Los Angeles on December 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 11h	5:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 7h	9:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 12h	5:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:05am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 13h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 10h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Los Angeles on December 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 11h	5:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 7h	9:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 12h	5:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:30am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 13h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 10h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Los Angeles on December 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 15h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 7h	9:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 12h	5:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 11h	5:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:30am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 13h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Los Angeles on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 10h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 7h	9:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 12h	5:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 11h	5:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:30am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 13h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Los Angeles on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:35pm	Downtown Austin	1d 20h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:30am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 7h	9:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 12h	5:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:55pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 11h	5:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:30am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 13h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 17 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $112, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day

1d 17hAverage Duration

1232 milesDistance

50kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$112 - $519	Average Duration1d 17h	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$160 - $2,240	Average Duration3d	CO₂ emissions 179kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Austin and Los Angeles?

Stops in Austin

A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA
B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA
C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA

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

3.5/587,447 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,705 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Valley Transit

3/536 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Austin, TX, US to Los Angeles, US by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Los Angeles start from $112. The average price for this route is around $171. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Austin to Los Angeles?
The average bus trip duration from Austin to Los Angeles is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 1232 miles (1986 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Austin to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Austin to Los Angeles at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Austin to Los Angeles generates an estimated 50 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Austin 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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin 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 has the most timely service from Austin to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Austin 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

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

Best price found

12/21

$338

12/22

$330

Today

$269

12/24

$278

12/25

$211

12/26

$270

12/27

$189

12/28

$224

The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 27, 2025 with a price of $189

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

You can expect to pay from $189 to $446 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $189 which is on 2025-12-27.