Next departures for Chicago to Los Angeles on November 23
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Los Angeles Union Station
Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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Next departures for Chicago to Los Angeles on November 24
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Los Angeles Union Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Los Angeles Union Station
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
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Next departures for Chicago to Los Angeles on November 25
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Los Angeles Union Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Los Angeles Union Station
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
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Next departures for Chicago to Los Angeles on November 26
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
Cheapest
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Los Angeles Union Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Los Angeles Union Station
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
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Next departures for Chicago to Los Angeles on November 27
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Los Angeles Union Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Los Angeles Union Station
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
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537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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Next departures for Chicago to Los Angeles on November 28
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Los Angeles Union Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Los Angeles Union Station
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
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537-517 W. Jackson Blvd
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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Next departures for Chicago to Los Angeles on November 30
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Los Angeles Union Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Los Angeles Union Station
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Greyhound Station
Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
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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 the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 5 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $109, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
Greyhound Chicago Los Angeles recent customer reviews
All the greyhound staff and drivers were very friendly and professional throughout the trip. My only bad experience occurred during the Las Vegas to Los Angeles leg of the trip. Jammed bus to capacity with homeless people who coughed continuously throughout the trip.
Based on 5601 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $182
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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Los Angeles, US by bus
What is the distance between Chicago and Los Angeles?
About 1740 miles (2805 km) separate Chicago and Los Angeles.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Chicago to Los Angeles?
If you're headed to Los Angeles from Chicago, chances are that your bus will leave from Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at UCLA. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Los Angeles?
Once in Los Angeles, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), Griffith Park, California Science Center, Sunset Strip and Walt Disney Concert Hall.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/21
$535
11/22
$404
Today
$454
11/24
$475
11/25
$327
11/26
$310
11/27
$187
11/28
$231
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $187
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 $187 to $647 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 $187 which is on 2025-11-27.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Los Angeles, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination