Bus Tickets from Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA

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TodayApr 2
from US$245
TomorrowApr 3
from US$251
FriApr 4
from US$160
SatApr 5
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SunApr 6
from US$137
MonApr 7
from US$185
TueApr 8
from US$162
WedApr 9

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 3 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
    Arrival time: April 6 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: April 3 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: April 5 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 3 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: April 5 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 3 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: April 5 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 3 at
    Departure city: Chicago
    Departure location: Downtown Greyhound Station
    Arrival time: April 6 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Chicago to Los Angeles: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$183
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 5h
Number of daily buses32
Earliest bus departure6:10am
Distance2802 km
Latest bus departure11:50pm

Chicago to Los Angeles Buses

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Los Angeles

  1. How long does it take to get to Los Angeles from Chicago by bus?

    The typical travel time from Chicago to Los Angeles by bus is around 2d 5h. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Los Angeles in about 1d 23h.

  2. What is the distance between Chicago and Los Angeles?

    The distance covered from Chicago to Los Angeles is 2805 km (1740 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Chicago to Los Angeles?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Downtown Greyhound Station, in Chicago, and end it at UCLA, in Los Angeles.

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Los Angeles?

    The least expensive option to go from Chicago to Los Angeles would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$95, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much is the bus from Chicago to Los Angeles?

    The bus fare from Chicago to Los Angeles is approximately US$183.

  6. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from Chicago to Los Angeles?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Chicago until 11:50pm and reaching Los Angeles on the following day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
03-31
US$321
04-01
US$285
Today
US$238
04-03
US$244
04-04
US$153
04-05
US$159
04-06
US$129
04-07
US$177
%{brand}s logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Los Angeles was searched and found on Apr 6, 2025 with a price of US$129

To 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, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$129 to US$458 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Los Angeles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$129 which is on 2025-04-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Chicago to Los Angeles, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Los Angeles will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Los Angeles?

%{brand}s logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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