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

Next bus departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Houston on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Los Angeles Union Station
Houston Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Los Angeles Union Station
Houston Bus StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Los Angeles Union Station
Houston Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit + FlixBus
Bus
Los Angeles Union Station
Houston Uptown/Upper KirbyNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit
Bus
Los Angeles Union Station
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest FreewayNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Houston

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Houston. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $140, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
1d 12hAverage Duration
1373 milesDistance
201kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$86 - $449Average Duration1d 18h
56kg CO₂e
Average Price$140 - $360Average Duration1d 12h
201kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Los Angeles, US to Houston, 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 Los Angeles to Houston?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Houston start from $86. The average price for this route is around $147. 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 Los Angeles to Houston?

    The average bus trip duration from Los Angeles to Houston is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 1381 miles (2227 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 42 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Houston at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

    A bus trip from Los Angeles to Houston generates an estimated 56 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Los Angeles to Houston?

    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 87387 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Houston?

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Los Angeles to Houston?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles to Houston?

    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
11/27
$157
11/28
$220
Today
$271
11/30
$237
12/01
$142
12/02
$157
12/03
$130
12/04
$130
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Houston, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $130

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

You can expect to pay from $130 to $415 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Houston, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $130 which is on 2025-12-03.

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