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

The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Los Angeles start at R 1 638. The average price for this route is around R 2 348. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus journey time from Houston to Los Angeles is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 2203 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Houston to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 57 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus , Valley Transit .

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

The earliest bus departs from Houston to Los Angeles at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.

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

A bus trip from Houston to Los Angeles produces an estimated 55 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 Houston 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 5752 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston to Los Angeles from R 1 660 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Houston to Los Angeles on 30 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:20	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	2d 17h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:20	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	2d 17h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:20	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	2d 19h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures from Houston to Los Angeles on 31 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:25	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	1d 13h	22:30	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 9h	09:10	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	08:15	Houston Bus Station	1d 11h	17:55	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 15h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	06:35	Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway	1d 17h	22:30	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Houston to Los Angeles on 1 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:20	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	2d 19h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 9h	09:10	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	13:05	Amtrak Station	2d 20h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
	08:15	Houston Bus Station	1d 11h	17:55	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 15h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from Houston to Los Angeles on 2 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:20	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	2d 19h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 9h	09:10	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	13:05	Amtrak Station	2d 20h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
	08:15	Houston Bus Station	1d 11h	17:55	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 15h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from Houston to Los Angeles on 3 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	18:00	Downtown Gray & Smith	2d	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 9h	09:10	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	13:05	Amtrak Station	2d 20h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
	08:15	Houston Bus Station	1d 11h	17:55	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	01:50	Houston Bus Station	1d 15h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from Houston to Los Angeles on 4 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:15	Houston Bus Station	1d 18h	00:40	Los Angeles (Americanstar)	Cheapest
	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 9h	09:10	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	13:05	Amtrak Station	2d 20h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
	08:15	Houston Bus Station	1d 11h	17:55	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	01:50	Houston Bus Station	1d 15h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures from Houston to Los Angeles on 5 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	18:55	Houston Bus Station	1d 22h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	Cheapest
	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 9h	09:10	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	13:05	Amtrak Station	2d 20h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
	08:15	Houston Bus Station	1d 11h	17:55	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:00	Houston Bus Station	1d 15h	15:00	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Houston to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 739, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 12hAverage duration

2206 kmDistance

201kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 638 - R 9 334	Average duration1d 20h	CO₂ emissions 55kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 739 - R 5 798	Average duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 201kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Houston and Los Angeles?

Stops in Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, 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

3.5/587 518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Based on 87518 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 654

Greyhound Houston Los Angeles recent customer reviews

My bus was canceled when I made it to dallas. The service was horrible. The bus ride was extremely uncomfortable and one bus didn't have air conditioning. The trip was basically for nothing because once I let the reason for my trip know that I was delayed, I was canceled. It's more than that. I did not enjoy this trip at all.

Kentrell W.

13 August 2018

It rained on the bus almost the whole time

Michael F.

27 September 2019

Passengers very poor attitude

Mbongo A.

6 May 2019

Amtrak

4/55 752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512 164 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Valley Transit

3/539 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3

WiFi2.8

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, 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 Houston to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Los Angeles start at R 1 638. The average price for this route is around R 2 348. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Houston to Los Angeles?
The average bus journey time from Houston to Los Angeles is 1d 20h, covering a distance of 2203 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 57 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Los Angeles at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Houston to Los Angeles produces an estimated 55 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 Houston 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 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston 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 Houston 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 Houston 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

28/01

R 7 201

29/01

R 6 838

Today

R 7 003

31/01

R 5 401

01/02

R 4 170

02/02

R 2 841

03/02

R 3 410

04/02

R 3 320

The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 2 841

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 841 to R 31 927 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 841, which is on 2026-02-02.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.