- Must visit
The Getty Center
Hilltop art museum with European paintings, sculpture, gardens, and striking architecture plus sweeping city views.
Cheapest price on Oct 08
€162
Average ticket price on Oct 08
€177
Fastest journey on Oct 08
2 d 1 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Oct 08
2 d 6 h 40 m
Buses on Oct 08
8
Distance
3176 km
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 €177 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €162.
It's difficult to get from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA without transferring at least once.
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FlixBusBuses from Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 51h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €141 but you can travel from only €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 45h 15m.
Distance 1973 miles (3176 km) |
Average bus duration 51h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price €141 |
Buses per day 11 |
Fastest bus 45h 15m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 54h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €127 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 57h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €172 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 55h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €151 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 52h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €154 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 59h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €134 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 49h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €140 |
The table below shows live departures for Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA buses for today, Wednesday, October 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· | 2:00 PM Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH | 52h50 | 3:50 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 1 transfer | |
· · + FlixBus | 2:00 PM Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School), OH | 59h10 | 10:10 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 3 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 | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 11:30 PM Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station), OH | 73h40 | 10:10 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 | |
· · · | 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+ · · | 9:45 AM Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station), OH | 63h25 | 10:10 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 9:45 AM Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station), OH | 57h05 | 3:50 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 2 transfers | |
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Hilltop art museum with European paintings, sculpture, gardens, and striking architecture plus sweeping city views.
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Tip 18-20% in restaurants, 15-20% for taxis or rideshares, and $1-2 at cafes for counter service or coffee.
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.

Most Columbus, OH to Los Angeles, CA buses use the Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School) to Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes. Use this guide to compare Columbus, OH and Los Angeles, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School). ATMs are available at Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School).
Ticket office support is available at Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School).
Available at Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Columbus, E Mound St (Akili Christian High School): Wheelchair accessible buses available.
Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station). ATMs are available at Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station).
Ticket office support is available at Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station).
Available at Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Columbus, E Town St (Bus Station): Wheelchair accessible bus platforms.
Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) is 1 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and various dining options available.
Wi-Fi available in main waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs available near main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station).
Available at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station): Station fully accessible with elevators and ramps.
Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes is 1 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes. ATMs are available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes.
Ticket office support is available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes.
Available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes: The station is accessible to people with disabilities.
Los Angeles, Los Angeles Union STA (E) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several food outlets within the station.
Wi-Fi is available at Los Angeles, Los Angeles Union STA (E). ATMs are aTMs located near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Los Angeles, Los Angeles Union STA (E).
Available at Los Angeles, Los Angeles Union STA (E): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Angeles, Los Angeles Union STA (E): Wheelchair accessible with elevators.
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