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Cleveland Museum Of Art
Major encyclopedic art museum in University Circle, known for its outstanding collections spanning Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas. A top cultural stop in Cleveland.
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH
Showing times and prices for Jun 21
Cheapest price
$154
Average price
$182
Fastest journey
2 d 5 h 10 m
Average duration
2 d 9 h 29 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
3291 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH will cost around $182 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $154.
Fast buses
It's difficult to get from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH without transferring at least 2 times.
· · · 6:00 PM53h10Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA2:10 AMCleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side)$1541One-way3 transfers- · · 11:30 PM56h25Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA10:55 AMCleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side)$1591One-way2 transfers
- · · 11:30 PM55h55Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA10:25 AMCleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side)$1591One-way2 transfers
FlixBus+ · · 1:20 PM66h05Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA10:25 AMCleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side)$1611One-way4 transfers- FlixBus+ · · 1:20 PM66h35Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA10:55 AMCleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side)$1611One-way4 transfers
- · · · 6:00 PM53h10Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA2:10 AMCleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side)$1541One-way3 transfers
- · · 11:30 PM55h55Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA10:25 AMCleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side)$1591One-way2 transfers
- · · 11:30 PM56h25Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA10:55 AMCleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side)$1591One-way2 transfers
- · · 12:55 PM60h20Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA4:15 AMCleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side)$2261One-way2 transfers
- FlixBus++FlixBus+9:35 AM61h35Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA2:10 AMCleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side)$2231One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $120. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 1.0 - 3.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $120, and a train costs an average of $208.
Distance: 2044 miles (3291 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$333 Average price Cheapest | $509 Average price | $342 Average price | $499 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
56h 8m Average total duration 55h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 51h 43m Average total duration 51h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 46m Average total duration Fastest 5h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 34h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
3.3 - 8.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 9.9 - 19.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH is a bus with an average price of $333 (€272).
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH:
A bus is $9 (€8) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH costing on average $342 (€280).
A bus is $176 (€144) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH costing on average $509 (€416).
The fastest way to travel from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 46m.
Other travel options to Cleveland, OH take longer:
Train takes on average 51h 13m.
Bus takes on average 55h 38m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Los Angeles, CA and Cleveland, OH including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.
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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.
Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 64h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $165 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 53h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $220 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 53h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $442 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 56h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $500 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 56h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $528 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 63h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $188 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 60h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $177 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 66h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $161 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 65h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $191 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 63h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $417 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 61h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $301 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 53h10 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $154 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 58h15 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $178 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 66h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $474 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 55h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $159 |
Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH bus times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH buses for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| · +FlixBus+ | 12:35 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 64h40 | 8:15 PM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 4 transfers | |
| FlixBus++FlixBus+ | 9:35 AM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 61h35 | 2:10 AM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 3 transfers | |
| FlixBus+ · · | 9:35 AM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 63h40 | 4:15 AM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 3 transfers | |
| · · | 12:55 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 60h20 | 4:15 AM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus+ · · | 1:20 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 66h35 | 10:55 AM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 4 transfers | |
| FlixBus+ · · | 1:20 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 66h05 | 10:25 AM Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH
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Buses from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH run on average 7 times per day, taking around 55h 38m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $120 (€98) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 2044 miles (3291 km) distance in 52h 10m.
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
Distance 2044 miles (3291 km) |
Average bus duration 55h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $120 (€98) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 52h 10m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 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
Bus providers: LA DOT from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OHYou can travel by bus between Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH with LA DOT for as low as $120 (€98). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
LA DOT
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
70h 13m
Cheapest Price
$657 (€538)
LA DOT frequency
2 a day
Complete guide to Cleveland
Things to do in Cleveland
Discover the best of Cleveland — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Cleveland trip today.
- Must visit
Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame
Iconic lakefront museum celebrating the history and influence of rock music through artifacts, immersive exhibits, and rotating major shows. One of Cleveland's signature attractions.
- Recommended
Museum Of Contemporary Art Cleveland
Striking contemporary art museum known for its angular building and changing exhibitions featuring emerging and established artists. Popular with visitors seeking modern culture.
- Must visit
Public Square
Central downtown square recently redesigned as a civic gathering space. A practical starting point for seeing major buildings, events, and everyday city life.
- Must visit
University Circle
Cleveland's premier cultural district, home to major museums, gardens, and historic institutions. Ideal for visitors wanting a dense concentration of top sights.
- Must visit
Edgewater Park
Lakefront park with beach access, skyline views, trails, and sunset photography spots. Especially popular in warm weather and widely shared on social media.
Polish Boy
Cleveland’s signature sandwich: a kielbasa sausage topped with fries, barbecue sauce, and coleslaw on a bun. It is a local staple closely tied to the city’s East Side food culture.
- Vegetarian
Pierogi
Dumplings filled with potato, cheese, sauerkraut, or meat, reflecting Cleveland’s strong Polish and Central European heritage. They are a beloved comfort food across the city.
Corned Beef Sandwich
A classic deli sandwich piled high with tender corned beef, especially associated with Cleveland’s old-school Jewish delis. It is one of the city’s most famous hearty lunches.
Pier W
A long-established fine dining seafood restaurant with Lake Erie views. Known for polished service, fresh fish, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
Rowley Inn
A well-liked neighborhood tavern near Tremont, known for comfort food, pierogi, and local favorites. Relaxed, historic, and distinctly Cleveland.
Slyman's Restaurant
An iconic Cleveland deli famous for towering corned beef sandwiches. Casual, busy, and one of the city’s best-known lunch institutions.
United States Dollar
Moderate by U.S. standards. Hotels vary by season, while casual dining, coffee, and local transport are fairly affordable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- USD 10-18 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- USD 20-40 per person at a mid-range restaurant.
- Fine dining
- USD 60-120+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- USD 3-6 for drip coffee or a latte.
Tipping culture
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for excellent service. Tip bartenders USD 1-2 per drink, taxis 10-15%, hotel staff USD 1-5, and round up for cafes.
FAQs: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH 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 Cleveland, OH, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap bus tickets from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH can start from as little as $120 (€98) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH is $333 (€272) ; 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 Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH is 52h 10m to travel the 2044 miles (3291 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 Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH leaves at 12:25 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH leaves at 11:30 PM.
There are 7 buses a day from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH which require at least one change with LA DOT. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
When taking a bus from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH, you can count on LA DOT for the best way to get you to Cleveland, OH. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Los Angeles, CA and Cleveland, OH and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Cleveland, OH from Los Angeles, CA is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 52h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH is March.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Los Angeles, CA and Cleveland, OH including taking a train, bus, and flight.
No, the bus from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH.
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.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH.
No, luggage for the bus from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH.
Since neither Los Angeles, CA nor Cleveland, OH 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 train as it is the most popular way to get from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH 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 Cleveland, OH, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing and petty theft, especially in crowded areas like downtown and popular attractions. Avoid poorly lit or isolated neighborhoods at night. Common scams include fake ticket sellers near sports venues and overcharging by unlicensed taxi or rideshare drivers. Staying alert and using official transportation options enhances safety.
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.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH
Most Los Angeles, CA to Cleveland, OH buses use the Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) to Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) station pair. Use this guide to compare Los Angeles, CA and Cleveland, OH bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Los Angeles
Arrival bus stations in Cleveland
Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station)
City-centre transport
Getting to Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) from Los Angeles city centre
Bus4X · 8m · $2
SubwayMetro B Line, Metro D Line · 12m · $2 · every ~24 min
Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes
City-centre transport
Getting to Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes from Los Angeles city centre
Bus40, 74 · 3m · $2 · every ~15 min
33 · 4m · $2 · every ~9 min
D · 11m · $5 · every ~12 min
490, 495, 499, 699, 493, 498, 707 · 13m · $7 · every ~9 min
TramMetro A Line · 10m · $2 · every ~12 min
SubwayMetro B Line, Metro D Line · 10m · $2 · every ~24 min
Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore
City-centre transport
Getting to Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore from Los Angeles city centre
BusFlixBus N2002, FlixBus N2030, FlixBus 2000 · 25m · $2
431B, 431 · 41m · $5
20 · 1h 4m · $2 · every ~3 min
20 · 1h 32m · $2 · every ~8 min
Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side)
City-centre transport
Getting to Cleveland, Chester Ave At the Greyhound Station (South Side) from Cleveland city centre
BusHl · 15m · $4 · every ~10 min
Hl · 16m · $4 · every ~10 min
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