Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA bus

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Cheap bus tickets from Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA

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Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest
Greyhound
10:00PM49h00
Chicago, IL
09:00PMLos Angeles, CA
$4671One-way
2 transfers
Cheapest
Greyhound
09:45PM49h15
Chicago, IL
09:00PMLos Angeles, CA
$4671One-way
2 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Greyhound
07:15PM45h35
Chicago, IL
02:50PMLos Angeles, CA
$5211One-way
2 transfers
2nd Cheapest
Greyhound
07:15PM45h45
Chicago, IL
03:00PMLos Angeles, CA
$5211One-way
2 transfers
Greyhound
07:15PM48h29
Chicago, IL
05:44PMLos Angeles, CA
$5211One-way
3 transfers

Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Friday, November 15
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Greyhound10:00AM Chicago, IL62h50 10:50PM Los Angeles, CA4 transfers
Greyhound10:00AM Chicago, IL63h50 11:50PM Los Angeles, CA5 transfers
Greyhound10:00AM Chicago, IL57h44 05:44PM Los Angeles, CA4 transfers
Greyhound10:00AM Chicago, IL54h50 02:50PM Los Angeles, CA3 transfers
Greyhound10:00AM Chicago, IL55h00 03:00PM Los Angeles, CA3 transfers
Greyhound07:15PM Chicago, IL48h29 05:44PM Los Angeles, CA3 transfers
Greyhound07:15PM Chicago, IL54h35 11:50PM Los Angeles, CA4 transfers
Greyhound07:15PM Chicago, IL53h35 10:50PM Los Angeles, CA3 transfers
Greyhound07:15PM Chicago, IL45h35 02:50PM Los Angeles, CA2 transfers
Greyhound07:15PM Chicago, IL45h45 03:00PM Los Angeles, CA2 transfers
Greyhound09:45PM Chicago, IL49h15 09:00PM Los Angeles, CA2 transfers
Greyhound10:00PM Chicago, IL49h00 09:00PM Los Angeles, CA2 transfers
Greyhound10:00PM Chicago, IL67h00 03:00PM Los Angeles, CA4 transfers
Greyhound10:00PM Chicago, IL74h50 10:50PM Los Angeles, CA5 transfers

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Bus times from Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA

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Fastest Journey

1 d 21 h 35 m

Average

2 d 7 h 52 m

Buses per day

14

Distance

2802 km

It's difficult to get from Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA without transferring at least 2 times.

Fastest
Greyhound
07:15PM45h35
Chicago, IL
02:50PMLos Angeles, CA
$5211One-way
2 transfers
2nd Fastest
Greyhound
07:15PM45h45
Chicago, IL
03:00PMLos Angeles, CA
$5211One-way
2 transfers
Greyhound
07:15PM48h29
Chicago, IL
05:44PMLos Angeles, CA
$5211One-way
3 transfers
Greyhound
10:00PM49h00
Chicago, IL
09:00PMLos Angeles, CA
$4671One-way
2 transfers
Greyhound
09:45PM49h15
Chicago, IL
09:00PMLos Angeles, CA
$4671One-way
2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA

Buses from Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA run on average 19 times per day, taking around 55h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $108 (€96) but you can travel from only $57 (€51) by flight.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $57 (€51)
Distance
1740 miles (2801 km)
Average bus duration
55h 27m
Cheapest ticket price
$108 (€96)
Buses per day
19
Bus providers
1
Fastest bus
46h 25m
First bus
00:30
Last bus
23:55
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $57 (€51)

FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA

FAQs: Take the bus from Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA.
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Cheap bus tickets from Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA can start from as little as $108 (€96) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA is $262 (€233); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA bus travel time is 46 h 25 min   for the 1737 mile (2801 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA leaves at 12: 30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA leaves at 11: 55 PM.
There are 19 buses a day from Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA which require at least one change with Greyhound. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
For the route from Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA you can take a bus with Greyhound. Be sure to check out all possible bus providers that offer services between Chicago, IL and Los Angeles, CA on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
The cheapest month to travel from Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA by bus is April.
You have options as you can travel from Chicago, IL to Los Angeles, CA 3 different ways: bus, train or flight.

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