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

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Los Angeles start from $93. The average price for this route is around $163. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Los Angeles?

The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Los Angeles is 2d 2h, covering a distance of 1737 miles (2801 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 46 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Los Angeles at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to Los Angeles generates an estimated 70.021375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Chicago 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 5780 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago 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 has the most timely service from Chicago to Los Angeles?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler 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 Chicago to Los Angeles from $117 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Los Angeles on April 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 1h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	12:25pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 21h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d 1h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:15pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	2d	3:20pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago 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 2 days, 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

46bus per day

2d 2hAverage Duration

1737 milesDistance

70kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$93 - $587	Average Duration2d 2h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$154 - $1,696	Average Duration2d 2h	CO₂ emissions 255kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and Los Angeles?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, 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 companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,531 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Chicago Los Angeles recent customer reviews

All the greyhound staff and drivers were very friendly and professional throughout the trip. My only bad experience occurred during the Las Vegas to Los Angeles leg of the trip. Jammed bus to capacity with homeless people who coughed continuously throughout the trip.

Bryan A.

October 9, 2020

Very good

Christine J.

July 19, 2024

Great trip

Stephen Michel W.

February 3, 2018

Amtrak

4/55,781 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Los Angeles start from $93. The average price for this route is around $163. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Los Angeles?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Los Angeles is 2d 2h, covering a distance of 1737 miles (2801 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 46 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Los Angeles at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Chicago to Los Angeles generates an estimated 70.021375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago 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 5780 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago 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 has the most timely service from Chicago to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveler 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

03/30

$395

03/31

$230

Today

$261

04/02

$278

04/03

$138

04/04

$156

04/05

$153

04/06

$162

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Apr 3, 2026 with a price of $138

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

You can expect to pay from $138 to $523 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $138 which is on 2026-04-03.