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

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Los Angeles start from $122. The average price for this route is around $253. 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 Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is 2d 21h, covering a distance of 2385 miles (3847 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 12h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 39 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Los Angeles at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

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

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Los Angeles generates an estimated 96 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 Philadelphia 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 87435 reviews.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Los Angeles from $116 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Los Angeles on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 23h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 13h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 17h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 14h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 21h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Los Angeles on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 21h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 13h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 17h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 14h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 21h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Los Angeles on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 18h	9:25am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 13h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 17h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 14h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 21h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Los Angeles on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 21h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 13h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 17h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 14h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 21h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Los Angeles on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	2d 18h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 13h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 17h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 14h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 21h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to Los Angeles on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 18h	9:25am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 13h	2:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 17h	8:15am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	3:55am	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 14h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	Bus	7:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	2d 23h	3:50pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 21 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $122, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

39bus per day

2d 21hAverage Duration

2385 milesDistance

96kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$122 - $897	Average Duration2d 21h	CO₂ emissions 96kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$250 - $3,964	Average Duration2d 22h	CO₂ emissions 350kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Los Angeles?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, 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
Visit page
D
Los Angeles International Airport
Visit page
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

3.5/587,453 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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

3.5/511,743 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, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Los Angeles start from $122. The average price for this route is around $253. 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 Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is 2d 21h, covering a distance of 2385 miles (3847 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 12h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 39 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Los Angeles at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Los Angeles generates an estimated 96 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 Philadelphia 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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia 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 has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Philadelphia 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

12/24

$415

12/25

$386

Today

$272

12/27

$345

12/28

$276

12/29

$231

12/30

$225

12/31

$224

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $224

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

You can expect to pay from $224 to $668 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $224 which is on 2025-12-31.