- Must visit
The Getty Center
Hilltop art museum with European paintings, sculpture, gardens, and striking architecture plus sweeping city views.
Cheapest price
$315
Average price
$382
Fastest journey
1 d 6 h 40 m
Average duration
1 d 9 h 30 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
1953 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Denton, TX 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 Denton, TX to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $382 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $315.
It's difficult to get from Denton, TX to Los Angeles, CA without transferring at least once.
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· Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Denton, TX to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $174. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $174, and a bus costs an average of $168.
Distance: 1213 miles (1953 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$292 Average price | $258 Average price Cheapest | $292 Average price | $278 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
30h 50m Average total duration 30h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 47m Average total duration Fastest 7h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 40h 30m Average total duration 40h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Denton, TX to Los Angeles, CA:
A flight is $34 (€28) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Denton, TX to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $292 (€241).
A flight is $34 (€28) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Denton, TX to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $292 (€241).
Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 30h 20m.
Train takes on average 40h 0m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 33h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $508 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 37h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $320 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 36h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $334 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 32h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $362 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 47h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $315 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 43h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $168 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 43h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $378 |
The table below shows live departures for Denton, TX to Los Angeles, CA buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 5:20 PM Denton, TX | 32h35 | 1:55 AM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Denton, TX to Los Angeles, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 30h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $168 (€138) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 1213 miles (1953 km) distance in 32h 35m.
Distance 1213 miles (1953 km) |
Average bus duration 30h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $168 (€138) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 32h 35m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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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 Denton, TX 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 Denton, TX to Los Angeles, CA buses use the Denton, North Texas Boulevard (Fouts Field Transfer) 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 Denton, TX and Los Angeles, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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