Bus from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Columbus to Los Angeles on January 15
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
100 E Rich St
Lankershim/Magnolia - North HollywoodCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Columbus (E Mound St)
Los Angeles Union StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
100 E Rich St
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Columbus (E Mound St)
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
100 E Rich St
Los Angeles Union StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 10:53 PM EST.

Get from Columbus to Los Angeles

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 2 days, 8 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $190, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
2d 8hAverage Duration
3184 kmDistance
80kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, OH 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Columbus to Los Angeles?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Los Angeles start from $190. The average price for this route is around $460. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Columbus to Los Angeles?

    The average bus travel time from Columbus to Los Angeles is 2d 8h, covering a distance of 3184 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 1h and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Columbus to Los Angeles route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Columbus to Los Angeles?

    The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Los Angeles at 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Los Angeles?

    A bus trip from Columbus to Los Angeles generates an estimated 80 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Columbus to Los Angeles?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Los Angeles?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Columbus to Los Angeles?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Columbus to Los Angeles?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
01-12
$565
01-13
$318
Today
$318
01-15
$311
01-16
$314
01-17
$315
01-18
No data
01-19
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $311

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

You can expect to pay from $311 to $565 for a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $311 which is on 2026-01-15.

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