Bus Tickets from Albany, NY to Los Angeles, US

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SatAug 30
from US$201
SunAug 31
from US$210
MonSep 1
from US$188
TueSep 2
from US$228
WedSep 3
from US$191
ThuSep 4
from US$188
FriSep 5
SatSep 6

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: August 31 at
    Departure city: Albany
    Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Arrival time: September 2 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 31 at
    Departure city: Albany
    Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Arrival time: September 3 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 31 at
    Departure city: Albany
    Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Arrival time: September 3 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 31 at
    Departure city: Albany
    Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Arrival time: September 3 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 31 at
    Departure city: Albany
    Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Arrival time: September 2 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to Los Angeles

Bus
Average PriceUS$118 - US$792Average Duration3d 4h
99kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$266 - US$2,216Average Duration2d 15h
359kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Albany to Los Angeles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 3 days, 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$118, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day
3d 4hAverage Duration
US$118Cheapest ticket
99kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Albany, NY to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$260
Average Bus Trip Duration3d 4h
Number of daily buses20
Earliest bus departure4:20am
Distance3952 km
Latest bus departure11:20pm

Albany to Los Angeles Bus

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Albany, NY - Los Angeles, US

  1. What is the distance between Albany and Los Angeles?

    The distance covered from Albany to Los Angeles is 3952 km (2451 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Albany to Los Angeles?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at SUNY Collins Circle, in Albany, and end it at UCLA, in Los Angeles.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-26
US$219
08-27
US$175
Today
US$314
08-29
US$172
08-30
US$200
08-31
US$202
09-01
US$180
09-02
US$225
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Albany, NY to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Aug 29, 2025 with a price of US$172

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

You can expect to pay from US$172 to US$475 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$172 which is on 2025-08-29.

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 Albany and Los Angeles!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Albany to Los Angeles, 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 Albany to Los Angeles that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Albany to Los Angeles while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

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What's the cheapest way to go from Albany, NY to Los Angeles, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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