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Compare all timetables for the bus from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Philadelphia to Los Angeles from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

today
$189
tomorrow
$246
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
$202
Wednesday
$200

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 61h 25m 12:05 PM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 10:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $189
Greyhound US 63h 5m 3:25 AM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 3:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $192
Greyhound US 62h 55m 3:25 AM Philadelphia Central Bus Station 3:20 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $192
FlixBus 68h 5m 11:45 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 4:50 PM Los Angeles North Hollywood  Economy $267

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 63h 9m 12:01 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 12:10 AM Los Angeles North Hollywood  Economy $246
Greyhound US 64h 30m 3:20 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 4:50 PM Los Angeles North Hollywood  Economy $263
FlixBus 68h 5m 11:45 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 4:50 PM Los Angeles North Hollywood  Economy $291
  • Did you know that if you travel from Philadelphia to Los Angeles via Harrisburg, PA, you can save more than $68? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      61h 29m
      0
      12:01 PM
      Philadelphia
      Central Bus Station
      2:25 PM
      Harrisburg, PA
      Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $30
      • Waiting Time 0h 15m
    • FlixBus
      58h 50m
      0
      2:40 PM
      Harrisburg, PA
      Bus Station
      10:30 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $148
    Travel time is 1h 20m longer, but you will save $68

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 61h 29m 12:01 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 10:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $202
Greyhound US 63h 10m 3:20 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 3:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $228
Greyhound US 63h 0m 3:20 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 3:20 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $228
FlixBus 68h 30m 10:00 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 3:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $245
FlixBus 68h 20m 10:00 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 3:20 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $245
  • Did you know that if you travel from Philadelphia to Los Angeles via Harrisburg, PA, you can save more than $26? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      79h 55m
      0
      5:35 PM
      Philadelphia
      Central Bus Station
      7:35 PM
      Harrisburg, PA
      Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $30
      • Waiting Time 19h 5m
    • FlixBus
      58h 50m
      0
      2:40 PM
      Harrisburg, PA
      Bus Station
      10:30 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $146
    Travel time is 21h 26m longer, but you will save $26

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 61h 29m 12:01 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 10:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $200
Greyhound US 63h 9m 12:01 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 12:10 AM Los Angeles North Hollywood  Economy $220
Greyhound US 63h 0m 3:20 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 3:20 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $246
Greyhound US 63h 10m 3:20 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 3:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $246
Greyhound US 71h 0m 7:20 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station 3:20 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $258
  • Did you know that if you travel from Philadelphia to Los Angeles via Harrisburg, PA, you can save more than $24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      79h 55m
      0
      5:35 PM
      Philadelphia
      Central Bus Station
      7:35 PM
      Harrisburg, PA
      Bus Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $30
      • Waiting Time 19h 5m
    • FlixBus
      58h 50m
      0
      2:40 PM
      Harrisburg, PA
      Bus Station
      10:30 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $146
    Travel time is 21h 26m longer, but you will save $24

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is $145 on 8/26/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Philadelphia and Los Angeles

See here how frequent the connections between Philadelphia and Los Angeles are, during different times and days of the week.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Philadelphia to Los Angeles. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Philadelphia and Los Angeles.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 9 buses from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Philadelphia and Los Angeles, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 5 times every day by bus from Philadelphia to Los Angeles in one click! Book your bus ticket from Philadelphia to Los Angeles starting from $145!

Cheapest Bus $145
Fastest Bus 58h 25m
Earliest Bus 3:20 AM
Latest Bus 7:20 PM
Daily Bus Routes 5 Ø
Distance 2,387.5 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

Every day, 5 buses from 2 bus companies leave Philadelphia for Los Angeles: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 08/06/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 08/02
Monday 08/03
Tuesday 08/04
Wednesday 08/05
Thursday 08/06
$189
Friday 08/07
$246
Saturday 08/08
Sunday 08/09
Monday 08/10
Tuesday 08/11
$202
Wednesday 08/12
$220
Thursday 08/13
$205
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15
Sunday 08/16
$202
Monday 08/17
Tuesday 08/18
$224
Wednesday 08/19
$244
Thursday 08/20
$226
Friday 08/21
$156
Saturday 08/22
Sunday 08/23
$169
Monday 08/24
$236
Tuesday 08/25
$233
Wednesday 08/26
$145
Thursday 08/27
Friday 08/28
$233
Saturday 08/29

The cheapest time to travel from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $145, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Philadelphia to Los Angeles. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $202.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Philadelphia to Los Angeles, with $145. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $245.

How to save money travelling from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Los Angeles are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

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

Greyhound US from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

Greyhound US

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Philadelphia to Los Angeles:

Cheapest Price $189
Fastest Bus 58h 25m
Earliest Bus 3:20 AM
Last Bus 7:20 PM
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 7/13/2026

FlixBus from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Philadelphia to Los Angeles:

Cheapest Price $245
Fastest Bus 65h 5m
Earliest Bus 11:45 PM
Last Bus 10:00 PM
Daily Connections 1 Ø
Found on 7/11/2026

All bus stations and stops in Philadelphia and Los Angeles

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Philadelphia to Los Angeles

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

FAQs about the Philadelphia to Los Angeles bus

How much does a Philadelphia Los Angeles bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $145 and takes 58h 25m to reach Los Angeles. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $145 and $291. 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 Philadelphia to Los Angeles each day?

Every day, the Philadelphia to Los Angeles bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is offered by Greyhound US and takes 58h 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $189. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

The earliest bus arriving in Los Angeles from Philadelphia starts at 3:20 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 Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

The latest bus trip departing from Philadelphia for Los Angeles starts at 7:20 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 Philadelphia Los Angeles route?

When traveling by bus from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia and Los Angeles?

You can check all the direct connections between Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Los Angeles on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 5 daily trips between Philadelphia and Los Angeles. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Philadelphia to Los Angeles?

Prices and availability for 5 trips between Philadelphia and Los Angeles change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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