How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Tacoma?

The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Tacoma start from $125. The average price for this route is around $185. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Los Angeles to Tacoma?

The average bus trip duration from Los Angeles to Tacoma is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 926 miles (1493 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Tacoma route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , FlixBus , Greyhound .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Tacoma?

The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Tacoma at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40am.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Tacoma?

A bus trip from Los Angeles to Tacoma generates an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Los Angeles to Tacoma?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Tacoma?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Los Angeles to Tacoma?

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles to Tacoma?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Los Angeles to Tacoma from $151 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Tacoma on January 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	1d 5h	12:10pm	Tacoma	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:05am	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 1h	12:10pm	Tacoma	Fastest
	5:35am	UCLA	1d 13h	6:38pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
	5:35am	UCLA	1d 13h	6:38pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
	12:25pm	UCLA	1d 6h	6:38pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Tacoma on January 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	1d 5h	12:10pm	Tacoma	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:05am	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 1h	12:10pm	Tacoma	Fastest
	5:35am	UCLA	1d 13h	6:38pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
	5:35am	UCLA	1d 13h	6:38pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
	12:25pm	UCLA	1d 6h	6:38pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Tacoma on January 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	1d 5h	12:10pm	Tacoma	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:05am	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 1h	12:10pm	Tacoma	Fastest
	5:35am	UCLA	1d 13h	6:38pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
	5:35am	UCLA	1d 13h	6:38pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
	12:25pm	UCLA	1d 6h	6:38pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Tacoma on January 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	1d 5h	12:10pm	Tacoma	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	11:05am	Los Angeles Union Station	1d 1h	12:10pm	Tacoma	Fastest
	12:25pm	UCLA	1d 6h	6:38pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
	12:25pm	UCLA	1d 6h	6:38pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags
	8:00am	Union Station	1d 10h	6:38pm	Tacoma Dome Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Tacoma

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Tacoma. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

926 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$125 - $364	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$125 - $743	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 137kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,705 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,913 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,478 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Los Angeles, US to Tacoma by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Tacoma?
The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Tacoma start from $125. The average price for this route is around $185. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Los Angeles to Tacoma?
The average bus trip duration from Los Angeles to Tacoma is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 926 miles (1493 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Tacoma route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Tacoma?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Tacoma at 7:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Tacoma?
A bus trip from Los Angeles to Tacoma generates an estimated 37 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Los Angeles to Tacoma?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Tacoma?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Los Angeles to Tacoma?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles to Tacoma?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

01/02

$301

01/03

$321

Today

$311

01/05

$297

01/06

$205

01/07

$226

01/08

$205

01/09

$205

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Tacoma was searched and found on Jan 6, 2026 with a price of $205

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 Tacoma, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $205 to $1,008 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Tacoma based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $205 which is on 2026-01-06.