Bus from Chicago to Los Angeles, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Los Angeles on July 22
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Lankershim/Magnolia - North HollywoodCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Los Angeles Union StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Lankershim/Magnolia - North HollywoodNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:52 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go 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, 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R$606, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

39bus per day
2d 2hAverage Duration
1739 milesDistance
70kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average PriceR$606 - R$3,082Average Duration2d 2h
70kg CO₂e
Train
Average PriceR$800 - R$16,015Average Duration2d 2h
255kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Los Angeles start from R$606. The average price for this route is around R$1,028. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Los Angeles is 2d 2h, covering a distance of 1739 miles (2804 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 39 buses available per day.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Los Angeles at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

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

    A bus trip from Chicago to Los Angeles generates an estimated 70.096925 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07/19
R$1,226
07/20
R$1,612
Today
R$1,398
07/22
R$1,403
07/23
R$1,304
07/24
R$1,140
07/25
R$1,296
07/26
R$1,194
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Jul 24, 2026 with a price of R$1,140

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 R$1,140 to R$2,861 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 R$1,140 which is on 2026-07-24.

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

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