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

The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Los Angeles start at R 2 248. The average price for this route is around R 5 444. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

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

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 .

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

The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Los Angeles at 03:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

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

A bus trip from Columbus to Los Angeles produces an estimated 80 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 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.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.

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.

Bus Columbus to Los Angeles from R 3 058 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Columbus to Los Angeles on 14 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:30	100 E Rich St	2d 20h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	23:50	Columbus (E Mound St)	2d 1h	22:30	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:30	100 E Rich St	2d 11h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	23:50	Columbus (E Mound St)	2d 3h	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:30	100 E Rich St	2d 18h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from Columbus to Los Angeles on 15 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	100 E Rich St	2d 10h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	23:50	Columbus (E Mound St)	2d 1h	22:30	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	100 E Rich St	2d 8h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	04:50	Columbus (E Mound St)	2d 6h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:30	100 E Rich St	2d 11h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Columbus to Los Angeles on 16 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:50	Columbus (E Mound St)	2d 3h	00:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	23:50	Columbus (E Mound St)	2d 1h	22:30	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	100 E Rich St	2d 8h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	04:50	Columbus (E Mound St)	2d 6h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:30	100 E Rich St	2d 11h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Columbus to Los Angeles on 17 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	04:50	Columbus (E Mound St)	2d 13h	15:00	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	23:50	Columbus (E Mound St)	2d 1h	22:30	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:45	100 E Rich St	2d 8h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	04:50	Columbus (E Mound St)	2d 6h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:30	100 E Rich St	2d 11h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Columbus to Los Angeles on 20 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:45	100 E Rich St	3d 14h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	Cheapest
	Bus	23:50	Columbus (E Mound St)	2d 1h	22:30	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	04:50	Columbus (E Mound St)	2d 6h	08:15	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:30	Columbus (E Mound St)	2d 3h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	14:30	Columbus (E Mound St)	2d 3h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No 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 R 2 248, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

2d 8hAverage duration

3184 kmDistance

80kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Columbus and Los Angeles?

Stops in Columbus

A
Columbus Bus Station
25 E Rich St, Columbus, OH 43205, USA
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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
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C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
Visit page Map
D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
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F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 500 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87500 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 2 273

Greyhound Columbus Los Angeles recent customer reviews

Rood stuff(2 of them, who was driving to Detroit), dirty bus

Evgeniya K.

10 March 2020

It was a nice trip

Kaweesa B.

14 September 2019

FlixBus

3.5/512 049 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Columbus, OH 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 Columbus to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Columbus to Los Angeles start at R 2 248. The average price for this route is around R 5 444. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Columbus to Los Angeles?
The average bus journey time from Columbus to Los Angeles is 2d 8h, covering a distance of 3184 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2d 1h and is operated by Greyhound.
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.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Columbus to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Columbus to Los Angeles at 03:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Columbus to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Columbus to Los Angeles produces an estimated 80 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 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Columbus to Los Angeles?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.
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

12/01

R 6 689

13/01

R 3 766

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R 3 766

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R 3 681

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R 3 715

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R 3 723

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The cheapest trip from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 15 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 681

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 R 3 681 to R 6 689 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 R 3 681, which is on 2026-01-15.