- Must visit
The Getty Center
Hilltop art museum with European paintings, sculpture, gardens, and striking architecture plus sweeping city views.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$195
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$202
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 d 9 h
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 d 12 h 18 m
Buses on Sep 19
4
Distance
3449 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Jacksonville, FL 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 Jacksonville, FL to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $202 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $195.
It's difficult to get from Jacksonville, FL to Los Angeles, CA without transferring at least 3 times.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jacksonville, FL to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $402 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 9h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $402, while a flight costs an average of $517.
Distance: 2143 miles (3449 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$402 Average price Cheapest | $517 Average price | $489 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
55h 18m Average total duration 54h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration Fastest 7h 10m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 34h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
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This is compared to other travel options from Jacksonville, FL to Los Angeles, CA:
A bus is $115 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Jacksonville, FL to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $517.
Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 54h 48m.
Tickets start at around $402 compared to roughly $489 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $87. The journey takes 54h 48m versus 34h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 57h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $179 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 63h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $168 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 57h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $176 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 57h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $175 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 62h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 73h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $164 |
The table below shows live departures for Jacksonville, FL to Los Angeles, CA buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+ · · | 9:05 AM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 57h45 | 3:50 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 3 transfers | |
· · + FlixBus | 9:30 AM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 63h40 | 10:10 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 3 transfers | |
· · | 9:30 AM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 59h20 | 5:50 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 4:30 PM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 57h00 | 10:30 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 9:25 PM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 58h20 | 4:45 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 11:15 PM Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St | 73h55 | 10:10 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 4 transfers | |
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Buses from Jacksonville, FL to Los Angeles, CA run on average 7 times per day, taking around 54h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $144 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 2143 miles (3449 km) distance in 50h 20m.
Distance 2143 miles (3449 km) |
Average bus duration 54h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $144 |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 50h 20m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 2 days |
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Most Jacksonville, FL to Los Angeles, CA buses use the Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St 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 Jacksonville, FL and Los Angeles, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St is 1 km from Jacksonville city centre. Public transport options include:
Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St. ATMs are available at Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St.
Ticket office support is available at Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St.
Available at Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Jacksonville, JTA Intercity Bus Terminal Bay 6 - 1111 W. Forsyth St: Wheelchair accessible entrances.
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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