Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Los Angeles Union Station | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | Los Angeles Union Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Downtown Greyhound Station | Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Los Angeles
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 2 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Chicago and Los Angeles
Stops in Chicago
- A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA - C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA - D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA - E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA - F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Stops in Los Angeles
- A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA - 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 - 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
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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.
Greyhound Chicago Los Angeles recent customer reviews
All the greyhound staff and drivers were very friendly and professional throughout the trip. My only bad experience occurred during the Las Vegas to Los Angeles leg of the trip. Jammed bus to capacity with homeless people who coughed continuously throughout the trip.
Bryan A.
Very good
Christine J.
Great trip
Stephen Michel W.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago 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 Chicago to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Los Angeles start from $117. The average price for this route is around $198. 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 Chicago to Los Angeles?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Los Angeles is 2d 2h, covering a distance of 1739 miles (2804 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 39 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Los Angeles at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from Chicago to Los Angeles generates an estimated 70.096925 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Jul 29, 2026 with a price of $208To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Los Angeles, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $208 to $575 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $208 which is on 2026-07-29.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Los Angeles, US?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
