Bus Tickets from Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA

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TodayMay 18
from $391
TomorrowMay 19
from $315
TueMay 20
WedMay 21
from $136
ThuMay 22
from $162
FriMay 23
SatMay 24
SunMay 25

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Arrival time: May 21 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Arrival time: May 21 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: May 21 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: May 21 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 19 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: May 21 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Los Angeles.

Bus
Average Price$96 - $563Average Duration2d 3h
70kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average Price$145 - $1,649Average Duration2d 3h
255kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Chicago to Los Angeles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 3 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day
2d 3hAverage Duration
$96Cheapest ticket
70kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Los Angeles: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$178
Average bus trip duration2d 3h
Number of daily buses31
Earliest bus departure6:10am
Distance1738 miles (2802 km)
Latest bus departure11:50pm

Chicago to Los Angeles Bus

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

Best price found
05/16
$405
05/17
$326
Today
$396
05/19
$333
05/20
$181
05/21
$148
05/22
$173
05/23
$161
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Los Angeles was searched and found on May 21, 2025 with a price of $148

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, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $148 to $551 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Los Angeles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $148 which is on 2025-05-21.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Chicago to Los Angeles but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Chicago 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 one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Los Angeles will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chicago to Los Angeles, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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