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The cheapest and fastest buses from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA
Showing times and prices for May 26
Cheapest price
$265
Average price
$355
Fastest journey
2 d 1 h 40 m
Average duration
2 d 4 h 53 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
3176 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Columbus, 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 Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $355 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $265.
Fast buses
It's difficult to get from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA without transferring at least 2 times.
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· · 11:30 PM59h45Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station), OH8:15 AMLos Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA$2651One-way4 transfers- · · 11:50 PM49h40Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH10:30 PMLos Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA$2861One-way2 transfers
- · · · 11:50 PM66h40Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH3:30 PMLos Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA$2911One-way4 transfers
- FlixBus · FlixBus+ · 11:30 PM67h00Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station), OH3:30 PMLos Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA$2931One-way4 transfers
- · · · 4:40 AM54h35Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH8:15 AMLos Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA$3231One-way3 transfers
- · · 11:50 PM49h40Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH10:30 PMLos Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA$2861One-way2 transfers
- · +FlixBus2:00 PM52h20Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH3:20 PMLos Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA$4321One-way2 transfers
- · +FlixBus2:00 PM52h30Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH3:30 PMLos Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA$4321One-way2 transfers
- · · · 4:40 AM54h35Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH8:15 AMLos Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA$3231One-way3 transfers
- FlixBus+ · +FlixBus11:00 AM55h20Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station), OH3:20 PMLos Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA$4381One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $133. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $133, and a bus costs an average of $134.
Distance: 1973 miles (3176 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$371 Average price | $313 Average price Cheapest | $461 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
51h 0m Average total duration 50h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 22m Average total duration Fastest 5h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 32h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA is a flight with an average price of $313 (€253).
This is compared to other travel options from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA:
A flight is $58 (€47) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $371 (€299).
The fastest way to travel from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 22m.
Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 50h 30m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Columbus, OH and Los Angeles, CA including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users.
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Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 59h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $226 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 49h40 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $414 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 59h45 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $193 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 54h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $323 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 58h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $374 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 54h40 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $236 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 54h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $201 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 54h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $494 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 55h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $420 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 56h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $267 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 52h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $432 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 49h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $405 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 59h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $265 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 49h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $286 |
Live departures
Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA buses for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| · · · | 4:40 AM Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH | 54h35 | 8:15 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 3 transfers | |
| FlixBus+ · +FlixBus | 11:00 AM Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station), OH | 55h30 | 3:30 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 3 transfers | |
| FlixBus+ · +FlixBus | 11:00 AM Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station), OH | 55h20 | 3:20 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 3 transfers | |
| · +FlixBus | 2:00 PM Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH | 52h30 | 3:30 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 2 transfers | |
| · +FlixBus | 2:00 PM Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH | 52h20 | 3:20 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 11:30 PM Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station), OH | 67h00 | 3:30 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 4 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 11:30 PM Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station), OH | 59h45 | 8:15 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 4 transfers | |
| · · · | 11:50 PM Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH | 66h40 | 3:30 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 4 transfers | |
| · · | 11:50 PM Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH | 49h40 | 10:30 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA
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Buses from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 50h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $134 (€108) but you can travel from only $133 (€107) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 1973 miles (3176 km) distance in 49h 40m.
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 $133 (€107)
Distance 1973 miles (3176 km) |
Average bus duration 50h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $134 (€108) |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 49h 40m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 14 days |
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 $133 (€107)
Bus providers: Greyhound from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CAYou can travel by bus between Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA with Greyhound for as low as $133 (€107). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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About
Greyhound Lines, Inc. is a prominent American intercity bus transportation provider, established in 1914. It operates the largest intercity bus network in the United States, also extending services to Canada and Mexico. Greyhound is known for offering affordable and reliable long-distance travel, connecting major cities and rural communities across North America. The company's buses are equipped with amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and extra legroom to enhance passenger comfort. Greyhound is a subsidiary of Flix SE, which also owns FlixBus, and together they offer an extensive network of over 1,600 destinations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
49h 40m
Cheapest Price
$134 (€108)
Greyhound frequency
10 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
Additional luggage
$15 per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.
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- Must visit
Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA)
The largest art museum in the western United States, famous for broad global collections and the Urban Light installation.
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The Broad
Contemporary art museum with works by Warhol, Kusama, and Koons; one of Downtown Los Angeles's most popular cultural stops.
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Santa Monica Pier
Classic Southern California waterfront area with ocean views, street performers, and a lively boardwalk atmosphere.
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Venice Beach Boardwalk
Famous beachfront promenade known for skate culture, murals, performers, and nonstop people-watching.
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Griffith Park
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Average meal costs
- Budget
- USD 10-18 for fast food or casual takeout.
- Mid-range
- USD 25-45 per person at a mid-range restaurant.
- Fine dining
- USD 80+ per person before drinks and tax.
- Coffee
- USD 4-7 for a regular coffee or latte.
Tipping culture
Tip 18-20% in restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Bars: USD 1-2 per drink. Taxis/rideshares: 10-15%. Hotel staff: USD 2-5. Small counter-service tips are optional.
FAQs: Bus from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Columbus, 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.
Cheap bus tickets from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA can start from as little as $134 (€108) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA is $371 (€299) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA is 49h 40m to travel the 1973 miles (3176 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA leaves at 12:25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA leaves at 11:55 PM.
There are 10 buses a day from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA which require at least one change with Greyhound. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA, you can count on Greyhound for the best way to get you to Los Angeles, CA. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Columbus, OH and Los Angeles, CA and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Los Angeles, CA from Columbus, OH is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 49h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Columbus, OH and Los Angeles, CA including taking a bus and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA:
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA for bus company Greyhound.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Los Angeles, CA are:
- Griffith Observatory, an iconic facility offering stunning views of Los Angeles and exhibits on astronomy
- The Getty Center, a renowned art museum with impressive architecture and beautiful gardens
- Santa Monica Pier, a historic landmark featuring an amusement park, aquarium, and scenic ocean views
- Hollywood Walk of Fame, a famous sidewalk celebrating entertainment industry icons with star plaques
- Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), the largest art museum in the western United States with diverse collections.
The best things to do in Los Angeles, CA include:
- Explore the vibrant Venice Beach Boardwalk, known for its eclectic shops, street performers, and skate park
- Visit the historic El Capitan Theatre for a classic movie experience
- Take a scenic hike in Runyon Canyon Park, offering panoramic views of the city
- Enjoy a live performance at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, known for its stunning architecture and acoustics
- Discover the unique exhibits at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA depends on the bus companies:
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company Greyhound.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA:
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA:
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA with the following bus company: Greyhound
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA with the following bus company: Greyhound.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA with the following bus company: Greyhound.
Since neither Columbus, OH nor Los Angeles, CA are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United States and United States. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United States is the US Dollar (USD). For travelers, using cards is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially credit and debit cards, while cash is useful for small purchases or places that do not accept cards.
In Los Angeles, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing and vehicle break-ins, especially in crowded or tourist-heavy areas like Hollywood and Venice Beach. Common scams include fake ticket vendors near popular attractions and overcharging by unlicensed ride services. It's important to use official transportation options, stay aware of surroundings, and avoid sharing personal information with strangers to stay safe.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
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Popular bus stations from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA
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The major bus station for departures in Columbus is Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station) for your trip from Columbus to Los Angeles.
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The major bus station for arrivals in Los Angeles is Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) for your trip to Los Angeles from Columbus.
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