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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from New York to Los Angeles from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.
today
from $169
tomorrow
from $166
Tuesday
from $165
Wednesday
from $139
Thursday
Friday
from $171
Saturday
from $198

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    Save more than 0%
    63h 45m
    0
    1:35 AM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    5:20 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $169
  • Greyhound US
    Save more than 0%
    66h 20m
    0
    11:00 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    5:20 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $173
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    78h 20m
    0
    11:00 AM
    New York
    Chrystie St
    5:20 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $173
  • Greyhound US
    Save more than 0%
    69h 20m
    0
    8:00 PM
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    5:20 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $175
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    65h 21m
    0
    11:59 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    5:20 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $178

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    78h 5m
    0
    3:05 AM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    9:10 AM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $166
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    66h 15m
    0
    9:00 PM
    New York
    Allen St/Hester St
    3:15 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $172
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    63h 40m
    0
    11:35 PM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    3:15 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $172
  • Greyhound US
    Save more than 0%
    66h 30m
    0
    11:00 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    5:30 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $175
  • Greyhound US
    Save more than 0%
    64h 30m
    0
    11:00 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    3:30 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $199

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    70h 0m
    0
    11:00 AM
    New York
    Allen St/Hester St
    9:00 AM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $165
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    77h 45m
    0
    11:00 AM
    New York
    Allen St/Hester St
    4:45 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $168
  • Greyhound US
    Save more than 0%
    61h 40m
    0
    8:30 AM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    10:10 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $170
  • Greyhound US
    Save more than 0%
    60h 30m
    0
    8:30 AM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    9:00 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $172
  • Greyhound US
    Save more than 0%
    67h 35m
    0
    1:25 PM
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    9:00 AM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $178

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    Save more than 0%
    63h 0m
    0
    8:30 AM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    11:30 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $139
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    70h 0m
    0
    1:30 AM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    11:30 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $149
  • Greyhound US
    Save more than 0%
    72h 10m
    0
    1:25 PM
    New York
    G. Washington Bridge Bus Station
    1:35 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $149
  • Greyhound US
    Save more than 0%
    66h 20m
    0
    11:00 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    5:20 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $149
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    68h 20m
    0
    9:00 PM
    New York
    Allen St/Hester St
    5:20 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $150

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    Save more than 0%
    60h 30m
    0
    8:30 AM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    9:00 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $171
  • Greyhound US
    Save more than 0%
    66h 30m
    0
    11:00 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    5:30 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $172
  • Greyhound US
    Save more than 0%
    61h 40m
    0
    8:30 AM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    10:10 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $173
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    66h 15m
    0
    9:00 PM
    New York
    Allen St/Hester St
    3:15 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $173
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    68h 30m
    0
    9:00 PM
    New York
    Allen St/Hester St
    5:30 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $175

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    Save more than 0%
    73h 30m
    0
    10:20 PM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    11:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    University of California (curbside)
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $198
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    78h 30m
    0
    11:00 AM
    New York
    Chrystie St
    5:30 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $199
  • Greyhound US
    Save more than 0%
    60h 30m
    0
    8:30 AM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    9:00 PM
    Los Angeles
    Las Casas
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $199
  • Greyhound US
    Save more than 0%
    61h 40m
    0
    8:30 AM
    New York
    Port Authority Bus Terminal
    10:10 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $199
  • FlixBus
    Save more than 0%
    78h 5m
    0
    3:05 AM
    New York
    31st & 8th Ave
    9:10 AM
    Los Angeles
    Las Casas
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $200
  • Did you know that if you travel from New York to Los Angeles via Newark, you can save more than $32? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • OurBus
      Save more than 0%
      80h 0m
      0
      7:15 AM
      New York
      Port Authority Bus Terminal
      7:45 AM
      Newark
      Penn Station
      0
      OurBus
      First Class
      $18
    • Waiting Time 14h 55m
    • FlixBus
      Save more than 0%
      64h 35m
      0
      10:40 PM
      Newark
      Penn Station
      3:15 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $148
    Travel time is 19h 30m longer, but you will save $32

Frequency of bus connections between New York and Los Angeles

See here how frequent the connections between New York and Los Angeles are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 38 daily buses from New York to Los Angeles. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between New York and Los Angeles.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 88 buses from New York to Los Angeles, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between New York and Los Angeles, with 10 offers.

Facts about the bus from New York to Los Angeles

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 24 times every day by bus from New York to Los Angeles in one click! Book your bus ticket from New York to Los Angeles starting from $139!

Cheapest Bus $139
Fastest Bus 60h 30m
Earliest Bus 1:35 AM
Latest Bus 11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes 24 Ø
Distance 2,445.4 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from New York to Los Angeles

Every day, 24 buses from 2 bus companies leave New York for Los Angeles: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 10/06/2024 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 10/06
$169
Monday 10/07
$166
Tuesday 10/08
$165
Wednesday 10/09
$139
Thursday 10/10
Friday 10/11
$171
Saturday 10/12
$198
Sunday 10/13
$147
Monday 10/14
$151
Tuesday 10/15
$159
Wednesday 10/16
$138
Thursday 10/17
Friday 10/18
$132
Saturday 10/19
$111
Sunday 10/20
Monday 10/21
$135
Tuesday 10/22
Wednesday 10/23
$136
Thursday 10/24
Friday 10/25
Saturday 10/26
$135
Sunday 10/27
Monday 10/28
$148
Tuesday 10/29
Wednesday 10/30
$137
Thursday 10/31
$124
Friday 11/01
Saturday 11/02

The cheapest time to travel from New York to Los Angeles

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from New York to Los Angeles, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $139, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from New York to Los Angeles. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $198.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from New York to Los Angeles, with $139. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $149.

How to save money travelling from New York to Los Angeles

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from New York to Los Angeles in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from New York to Los Angeles, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from New York to Los Angeles are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from New York to Los Angeles

These are the most booked bus companies between New York to Los Angeles from our users.

All bus stations and stops in New York and Los Angeles

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in New York and Los Angeles.

Service and Comfort on the bus from New York to Los Angeles

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from New York to Los Angeles? Or which bus companies serve the route New York to Los Angeles? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the New York to Los Angeles bus

How much does a New York Los Angeles bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $139 and takes 15h 0m to reach Los Angeles. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from New York to Los Angeles?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $139 and $326. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Los Angeles.

On average, how many connections are available from New York to Los Angeles each day?

Every day, the New York to Los Angeles bus route is served by approximately 24 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from New York to Los Angeles take?

The fastest bus from New York to Los Angeles is offered by Greyhound US and takes 60h 30m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $326. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from New York to Los Angeles?

The earliest bus arriving in Los Angeles from New York starts at 1:35 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from New York to Los Angeles?

The latest bus trip departing from New York for Los Angeles starts at 11:59 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the New York Los Angeles route?

When traveling by bus from New York to Los Angeles, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between New York and Los Angeles?

You can check all the direct connections between New York and Los Angeles by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the New York to Los Angeles bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the New York Los Angeles bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the New York Los Angeles bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from New York to Los Angeles on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route New York to Los Angeles

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to New York and to Los Angeles

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to New York and to Los Angeles. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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