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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Philadelphia Bus Station | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Philadelphia Bus Station | Los Angeles Union Station | Fastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Philadelphia Bus Station | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Philadelphia Bus Station | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Philadelphia Bus Station | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Los Angeles
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 21 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 159, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Los Angeles?
Stops in Philadelphia
- A
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA - C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA - D
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA - E
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA - F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
Stops in Los Angeles
- A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA - B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA - E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA - F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
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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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, US 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 Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Los Angeles start from R 2 159. The average price for this route is around R 3 917. 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 Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is 2d 21h, covering a distance of 2381 miles (3841 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 13h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Los Angeles at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Los Angeles generates an estimated 96.00235 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Jun 20, 2026 with a price of R 3 226To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 226 to R 9 670 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 226 which is on 2026-06-20.
What's the cheapest way to go from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, US?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
