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

The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Los Angeles start at R 2 156. The average price for this route is around R 5 069. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Boston to Los Angeles?

The average bus journey time from Boston to Los Angeles is 3d 5h, covering a distance of 4169 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 21h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Boston to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Boston to Los Angeles at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:50.

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

A bus trip from Boston to Los Angeles produces an estimated 104 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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

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 5627 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Boston 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.

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

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 Boston to Los Angeles from R 3 182 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Boston to Los Angeles on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	3d	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	2d 22h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	2d 22h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	3d 6h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	3d 7h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Los Angeles on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	3d	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	2d 22h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	2d 22h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	3d 6h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	3d 7h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Los Angeles on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:30	Brookline	3d 16h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	2d 22h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	2d 22h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	3d	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Los Angeles on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	3d	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	2d 22h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	2d 22h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:30	Brookline	3d 16h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Los Angeles on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	3d	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	2d 22h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	2d 22h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:30	Brookline	3d 16h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	3d 6h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Los Angeles on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	3d	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	2d 22h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	2d 22h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:30	Brookline	3d 16h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	3d 6h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Boston to Los Angeles on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00	151 Steel Pl, Cambridge	3d 8h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	2d 22h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	2d 22h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	Bus	19:35	Boston (South Station)	3d	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:30	Brookline	3d 16h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 3 days, 5 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 156, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

3d 5hAverage duration

4169 kmDistance

104kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 156 - R 15 557	Average duration3d 5h	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 084 - R 64 255	Average duration3d 4h	CO₂ emissions 379kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Boston and Los Angeles?

Stops in Boston

A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
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B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
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C
Copley Square
115-127 St James Ave, Boston, MA 02116, USA
D
Prudential MBTA Station
220 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
E
Copley MBTA Station
650 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
F
Long Wharf
66 Long Wharf, Boston, MA 02110, USA

Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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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
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 431 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87431 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 156

Greyhound Boston Los Angeles recent customer reviews

To many bus breaks other then that job well done

Hagos M.

29 December 2020

My bag has been stolen by one of the grey hound employee's i need my back pack

Nicholas W.

7 January 2020

Amtrak

4/55 648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 617 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to Los Angeles, US by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Boston to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Boston to Los Angeles start at R 2 156. The average price for this route is around R 5 069. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Boston to Los Angeles?
The average bus journey time from Boston to Los Angeles is 3d 5h, covering a distance of 4169 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 21h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Boston to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Boston to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Boston to Los Angeles at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 21:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Boston to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Boston to Los Angeles produces an estimated 104 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Boston to Los Angeles?
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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to Los Angeles?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Boston 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Boston to Los Angeles?
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

13/12

R 5 888

14/12

R 6 649

Today

R 6 977

16/12

R 6 649

17/12

R 5 767

18/12

R 8 430

19/12

R 7 098

20/12

R 6 649

The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 5 767

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

You can expect to pay from R 5 767 to R 8 430 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 767, which is on 2025-12-17.