What is the travel distance from Cincinnati to Los Angeles?

About 1894 miles (3055 km) separate Cincinnati and Los Angeles.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cincinnati to Los Angeles?

The majority of buses traveling from Cincinnati to Los Angeles start their journey at Greyhound Station and wind up at UCLA. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Los Angeles?

Once in Los Angeles, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Downtown Art Walk, Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), Getty Center, Disneyland and California Science Center.

Bus Cincinnati to Los Angeles from $120 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Cincinnati to Los Angeles on September 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 8h	10:50pm	USC (Hope/Jefferson)	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 9h	11:50pm	UCLA	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 3h	5:30pm	Los Angeles (Americanstar)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 3h	5:20pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
	5:00pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	2d 2h	4:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$149 - $589	Average Duration2d 9h	CO₂ emissions 76kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$210 - $1,593	Average Duration2d 10h	CO₂ emissions 277kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Cincinnati to Los Angeles

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 9 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $149, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

2d 9hAverage Duration

$149Cheapest ticket

76kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cincinnati to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$240

Average bus trip duration2d 9h

Number of daily buses16

Earliest bus departure12:55am

Distance1896 miles (3057 km)

Latest bus departure5:00pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,264 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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.

FlixBus

3.5/510,583 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Senda Diamante

Cincinnati to Los Angeles Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Cincinnati to Los Angeles. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Cincinnati to Los Angeles.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Cincinnati to Los Angeles, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Cincinnati and Los Angeles?

Stops in Cincinnati

A - Greyhound Station

B - Northland Blvd

Stops in Los Angeles

A - UCLA

B - Ramirez Street bus stop

C - 613 Maple Ave

D - Los Angeles International Airport

E - Downtown Westin Bonaventure

F - LAX Airport Holiday Inn

Frequently asked questions for your trip Cincinnati - Los Angeles, US

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/18

$259

09/19

$204

Today

$175

09/21

No data

09/22

$150

09/23

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09/24

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09/25

$145

The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Sep 25, 2025 with a price of $145

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

You can expect to pay from $145 to $367 for a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $145 which is on 2025-09-25.

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Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Cincinnati and Los Angeles!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Cincinnati to Los Angeles.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Cincinnati to Los Angeles that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Cincinnati to Los Angeles, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time2d 9h	Avg Price$240	Daily Departures16
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time2d 10h	Avg Price$434	Daily Departures1

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Bus Cincinnati to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Cincinnati and Los Angeles?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Cincinnati - Los Angeles, US

What is the travel distance from Cincinnati to Los Angeles?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cincinnati to Los Angeles?

What are the best sights and things to do in Los Angeles?

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What's the cheapest way to go from Cincinnati to Los Angeles, US?

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