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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cincinnati, OH to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$230
Average price
$320
Fastest journey
2 d 7 h 15 m
Average duration
2 d 10 h 30 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
3046 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cincinnati, OH to Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cincinnati, OH to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $320 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $230.
Of the 5 buses that leave Cincinnati, OH for Los Angeles, CA on Tue, Jan 20, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 20 the direct buses cover the 3046 km distance in an average of 2 d 10 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 d 7 h 15 m .
On Tue, Jan 20 the slowest buses will take 2 d 17 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Cincinnati, OH to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cincinnati, OH to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €79. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €79, and a train costs an average of €237.
Distance: 1892 miles (3046 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€256 Average price | €452 Average price | €221 Average price Cheapest |
66h 42m Average total duration 66h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53h 20m Average total duration 52h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 27m Average total duration Fastest 5h 27m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Cincinnati, OH to Los Angeles, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 55h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $311 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 59h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $550 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 55h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $246 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 55h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $247 |
Live departures
Cincinnati, OH to Los Angeles, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cincinnati, OH to Los Angeles, CA buses for today, Monday, January 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus · FlixBus++FlixBus | 12:00 PM Cincinnati, Short Vine St (University of Cincinnati), OH | 59h00 | 11:00 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 3 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus++FlixBus | 12:00 PM Cincinnati, Short Vine St (University of Cincinnati), OH | 58h50 | 10:50 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 3 transfers | |
| undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 3:05 PM Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH | 55h55 | 11:00 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 4 transfers | |
| undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 3:05 PM Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH | 55h45 | 10:50 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 4 transfers | |
| undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 3:25 PM Cincinnati, Seventh St W (Downtown), OH | 55h25 | 10:50 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 4 transfers | |
| undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 3:25 PM Cincinnati, Seventh St W (Downtown), OH | 55h35 | 11:00 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 4 transfers | |
| Tuesday, January 20 | |||||
| 4:55 AM Cincinnati, OH | 55h15 | 12:10 PM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cincinnati, OH to Los Angeles, CA
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Buses from Cincinnati, OH to Los Angeles, CA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 66h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $176 (€142) but you can travel from only $98 (€79) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 1892 miles (3046 km) distance in 49h 20m.
Distance 1892 miles (3046 km) |
Average bus duration 66h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $176 (€142) |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 49h 20m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Cincinnati, OH to Los Angeles, CA start from as low as $176 (€142) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $317 (€256) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 10 daily trains from Cincinnati, OH to Los Angeles, CA with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 49h 20m but the average duration is 66h 12m
Train Operators
- Travel from Cincinnati, OH to Los Angeles, CA with Go Metro
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Go Metro.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Cincinnati, Greyhound Bus Station, OH and arrive in Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA
- First train typically departs at 12:25 AM and the last at 11:55 PM
Bus providers: Go Metro from Cincinnati, OH to Los Angeles, CAYou can travel by bus between Cincinnati, OH to Los Angeles, CA with Go Metro for as low as $98 (€79). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cincinnati, OH to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cincinnati, OH to Los Angeles, CA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Los Angeles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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