What is the travel distance from Los Angeles to Lafayette?

Los Angeles and Lafayette are 1551 miles (2502 km) apart.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Los Angeles to Lafayette?

The majority of buses traveling from Los Angeles to Lafayette start their journey at UCLA and wind up at TA Travel Center - Lafayette. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

Bus Los Angeles to Lafayette from $131 | Compare & Save up to 51%

TodayJun 22

TomorrowJun 23

from $177

TueJun 24

from $219

WedJun 25

from $169

ThuJun 26

FriJun 27

SatJun 28

from $169

SunJun 29

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 23 at 9:30am
Departure city: Los Angeles
Departure location: USC (Hope/Jefferson)
Arrival time: June 25 at 9:30am
Destination city: Lafayette
Destination location: Lafayette Transit System
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 22h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 23 at 5:40pm
Departure city: Los Angeles
Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
Arrival time: June 25 at 9:30am
Destination city: Lafayette
Destination location: Lafayette Transit System
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 13h
Departure time: June 23 at 5:40pm
Departure city: Los Angeles
Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
Arrival time: June 25 at 9:30am
Destination city: Lafayette
Destination location: Lafayette Transit System
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 13h
Departure time: June 23 at 9:45am
Departure city: Los Angeles
Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
Arrival time: June 25 at 7:55am
Destination city: Lafayette
Destination location: TA Travel Center - Lafayette
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 20h
Departure time: June 23 at 11:30pm
Departure city: Los Angeles
Departure location: Los Angeles Union Station
Arrival time: June 25 at 6:15pm
Destination city: Lafayette
Destination location: TA Travel Center - Lafayette
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit + FlixBus
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit + FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 16h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Lafayette.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$123 - $474	Average Duration1d 20h	CO₂ emissions 62kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$370 - $1,137	Average Duration1d 17h	CO₂ emissions 227kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Los Angeles to Lafayette

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Lafayette. The journey takes about 1 day, 20 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day

1d 20hAverage Duration

$123Cheapest ticket

62kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Los Angeles to Lafayette: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$237

Average bus trip duration1d 20h

Number of daily buses12.928571428571427

Earliest bus departure6:45am

Distance1547 miles (2495 km)

Latest bus departure11:30pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,049 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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

3.5/59,171 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, New York Trailways

Los Angeles to Lafayette Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Los Angeles to Lafayette.

Bus service from Los Angeles to Lafayette will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Los Angeles to Lafayette, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Lafayette?

Stops in Los Angeles

A - UCLA

B - Ramirez Street bus stop

C - 613 Maple Ave

D - East LA I-5 & I-710

E - Los Angeles International Airport

F - LAX Airport Holiday Inn

Stops in Lafayette

A - TA Travel Center - Lafayette

B - Lafayette A and J Travel Bus Station

C - Lafayette Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions for your trip Los Angeles, US - Lafayette, LA

What is the travel distance from Los Angeles to Lafayette?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Los Angeles to Lafayette?

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

Best price found

06/20

$154

06/21

$177

Today

$131

06/23

$216

06/24

$230

06/25

$221

06/26

$235

06/27

No data

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles to Lafayette was searched and found on Jun 22, 2025 with a price of $131

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

You can expect to pay from $131 to $265 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles to Lafayette based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $216 which is on 2025-06-23.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Los Angeles to Lafayette, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Los Angeles to Lafayette that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 20h	Avg Price$237	Daily Departures12.928571428571427
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 17h	Avg Price$419	Daily Departures2

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Bus Tickets from Los Angeles, US to Lafayette, LA

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Bus Los Angeles to Lafayette: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Lafayette?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Los Angeles, US - Lafayette, LA

What is the travel distance from Los Angeles to Lafayette?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Los Angeles to Lafayette?

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About Bus Travel

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Did you know?

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

Will you be returning to Los Angeles by bus?

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