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TodayApr 26
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from $190
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from $177
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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: St Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: N. Hollywood (Lankershim)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $190
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: St Louis
    Departure location: St Louis Lambert Field Bus Stop
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: N. Hollywood (Lankershim)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $190
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: St Louis
    Departure location: St Louis Lambert Field Bus Stop
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $262
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: St Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $312
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: St Louis
    Departure location: Gateway Station
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $257
Bus St Louis to Los Angeles: Trip Overview

Bus St Louis to Los Angeles: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$184
Average bus trip duration1d 21h
Number of daily buses20
Earliest bus departure1:00 AM
Distance1582 miles (2551 km)
Latest bus departure5:45 PM

St Louis to Los Angeles Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures20
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures1:00AM - 5:45PM
Minimum Price$165
Average Ticket Price$184
Minimum Trip Duration1d14h
Average Bus Trip Duration1d21h
Distance1582 miles (2551 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip St Louis - Los Angeles

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most convenient and sustainable way. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

Traveling from St Louis to Los Angeles takes around 1d 21h on average, although the fastest bus will take 1d 14h, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 1585 miles (2556 km) that separate the two cities.

St Louis and Los Angeles are 1585 miles (2556 km) apart.

About 20 buses travel this route daily, provided by Greyhound. The number of buses operating from St Louis to Los Angeles may change based on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from St Louis to Los Angeles a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your style and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates from 1:00 AM for the initial departure and runs until 5:45 PM for the final departure.

If you're headed to Los Angeles from St Louis, chances are that your bus will depart from Gateway Station and arrive at Ramirez Street bus stop. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. $117 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Los Angeles from St Louis.

The bus ticket costs $184 on average. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $117 and $579, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in Los Angeles, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Universal Studios & Universal City Walk, Downtown Art Walk, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, Sunset Strip and California Science Center.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from St Louis to Los Angeles. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between St Louis and Los Angeles!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from St Louis to Los Angeles.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from St Louis to Los Angeles will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

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.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time1d 21hAvg Price$184Daily Departures20
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time2d 3hAvg Price$249Daily Departures2

The best way to travel between St Louis and Los Angeles is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $184 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $117. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Los Angeles, choose the bus, as it will take you from St Louis to Los Angeles in about 1d 21h - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to St Louis by bus?

Bus from Los Angeles to St Louis

You can also go to Los Angeles by train

Train from St Louis to Los Angeles

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