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04/24/2025
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New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA by bus

The journey from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA by bus is 2,448.29 mi and takes 72 hr 23 min. There are 76 connections per day, with the first departure at 1:30 AM and the last at 11:59 PM. It is possible to travel from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA by bus for as little as $108.73 or as much as $466.77. The best price for this journey is $108.73.

Lowest Price $108.73
Journey Duration 72 hr 23 min
Connection per Day 76
Lowest Price $108.73
Highest Price $466.77
First Departure 1:30 AM
Last Departure 11:59 PM
Distance 2,448.29 mi
Departure New York, NY
Arrival Los Angeles, CA
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus

New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA Bus Times

Departure date
Thursday, Apr 24, 2025

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Best time to book New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA travel

Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average

Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $135.83 to $407.84 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 67% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA

The cheapest New York, NY - Los Angeles, CA bus tickets can be found for as low as $220.76 if you’re lucky, or $275.28 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $340.07.

Find the best day to travel to Los Angeles, CA by bus

When travelling to Los Angeles, CA by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixBus and Greyhound from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA
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New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
275.81kg
Bus
295.51kg
Flight
788.03kg
Car
630.42kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA?
A bus ticket from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA is $178.63. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $108.73.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA is $108.73. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between New York, NY and Los Angeles, CA by bus?
New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA is 2,448.29 mi.
How long does the bus between New York, NY and Los Angeles, CA take?
New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA is on average 72 hr 23 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 63 hr 30 min.
Which companies operate from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA?
The bus journey from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus and Greyhound.
How many bus connections per day go from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA?
New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA has 76 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA leave?
The earliest bus from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA departs at 1:30 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA depart?
The latest bus from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA departs at 11:59 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $108.73 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between New York, NY and Los Angeles, CA is 63 hr 30 min.
Is there a direct bus from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, there is a direct bus between New York, NY and Los Angeles, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA by bus?
The bus journey from New York, NY to Los Angeles, CA creates 295.51kg of CO2 emissions.

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International routes from New York, NY and nearby areas

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