Bus Tickets from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA

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TodayApr 26
TomorrowApr 27
from US$216
MonApr 28
from US$218
TueApr 29
from US$231
WedApr 30
from US$249
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Columbus
    Departure location: Columbus (E Mound St)
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Columbus
    Departure location: Columbus (E Mound St)
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Columbus
    Departure location: Columbus (E Mound St)
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Los Angeles Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Columbus
    Departure location: Columbus (E Mound St)
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Columbus
    Departure location: Columbus (E Mound St)
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: Los Angeles
    Destination location: Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Columbus to Los Angeles: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$231
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 8h
Number of daily buses18
Earliest bus departure4:50am
Distance3176 km
Latest bus departure11:30pm

Columbus to Los Angeles Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Columbus - Los Angeles

  1. How long is the bus trip from Columbus to Los Angeles?

    The bus ride from Columbus to Los Angeles takes 2d 8h, on average. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 2d 1h.

  2. How far is Columbus from Los Angeles?

    The distance covered from Columbus to Los Angeles is 3180 km (1972 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Columbus Bus Station, in Columbus, and end it at UCLA, in Los Angeles.

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

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from Columbus to Los Angeles. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$121, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Columbus to Los Angeles?

    The bus fare from Columbus to Los Angeles is approximately US$231.

  6. Can I take an overnight bus from Columbus to Los Angeles?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Columbus until 11:30pm and reaching Los Angeles on the following day.

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

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04-27
US$208
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US$210
04-29
US$224
04-30
US$241
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US$236
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Columbus to Los Angeles was searched and found on Apr 27, 2025 with a price of US$208

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Columbus to Los Angeles, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$208 to US$283 for a bus ticket from Columbus to Los Angeles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$208 which is on 2025-04-27.

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The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

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