- Must visit
Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego
Contemporary art museum with rotating exhibitions and ocean views. Worth visiting for current art, architecture and central village location.
Cheapest price on Oct 10
$39
Average ticket price on Oct 10
$68
Fastest journey on Oct 10
2 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Oct 10
2 h 40 m
Buses on Oct 10
10
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to La Jolla, CA 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 La Jolla, CA will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
On Sat, Oct 10, we found 10 buses from Los Angeles, CA to La Jolla, CA, including 9 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 10 the direct buses cover the 161 km distance in an average of 2 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Sat, Oct 10 the slowest buses will take 2 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusBuses from Los Angeles, CA to La Jolla, CA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€21) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 100 miles (161 km) distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 100 miles (161 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€21) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 15m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 08:04AM | Duration 2h49 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:49AM | Duration 3h19 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:19PM | Duration 2h49 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:49PM | Duration 2h49 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:49PM | Duration 3h19 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator Tufesa Internacional | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:19PM | Duration 2h19 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:19PM | Duration 3h19 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Futura Net | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:19PM | Duration 3h19 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $40 |
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to La Jolla, CA buses for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 12:25 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 3h30 | 3:55 PM La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 4h05 | 5:35 PM La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 2h55 | 5:25 PM La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 3h15 | 9:45 PM La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 6:20 AM Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore, CA | 3h20 | 9:40 AM La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 6:25 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 3h15 | 9:40 AM La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:55 AM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 2h45 | 9:40 AM La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore, CA | 2h55 | 11:10 AM La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Los Angeles, Exposition Blvd / South Sepulveda Blvd, CA | 2h40 | 11:10 AM La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:05 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 2h05 | 11:10 AM La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Contemporary art museum with rotating exhibitions and ocean views. Worth visiting for current art, architecture and central village location.
University aquarium focused on Pacific marine life and climate science. Visit for seahorses, sharks and educational exhibits above the ocean.
Nonprofit gallery featuring changing exhibitions by local and regional artists. Worth a visit for approachable contemporary art in the village.
Dramatic stretch of sandstone cliffs and oceanfront trails. Go for sunset views, coastal walks and access to beaches and gliderport scenery.
Small scenic cove famous for snorkeling, sea lions and clear water. A must for classic La Jolla coastal views and wildlife watching.
Oceanfront park and walking area above sea caves and coves. Visit for panoramic viewpoints, public art and an easy village stroll.
Baja-style fish tacos are a coastal staple in greater San Diego, with battered white fish, cabbage and crema in tortillas, reflecting strong cross-border food traditions.
Carne asada burritos are a San Diego classic: grilled beef, often with guacamole and pico de gallo, wrapped in a flour tortilla and widely loved in local taco shops.
California burritos are a regional favorite filled with carne asada and french fries, a distinctly San Diego combination that locals consider iconic late-night food.
Long-running casual spot serving Mexican seafood, fish tacos and oysters with harbor views near La Jolla Shores.
Historic oceanfront restaurant known for seafood, steaks and sunset views in a classic fine-dining setting overlooking La Jolla Cove.
Well-known casual cafe and market for coffee, pastries, sandwiches and light meals, popular with locals near the beach.
La Jolla is pricier than many U.S. beach towns, with higher hotel, dining, and parking costs; transit is limited, so visitors often rely on cars or rideshares.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, 15-20% for taxis or rideshares, and $1-2 at cafes for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to La Jolla, 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 La Jolla, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Los Angeles, CA to La Jolla, CA buses use the Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes to La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Los Angeles, CA and La Jolla, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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, 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, Gayley / Strathmore is 19 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore. ATMs are available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore.
Ticket office support is available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore.
Available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Angeles, Gayley / Strathmore: Basic accessibility features available for buses.
La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station is 6 km from La Jolla city centre. Public transport options include:
La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station. ATMs are available at La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station.
Ticket office support is available at La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station.
Available at La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at La Jolla, UCSD Health La Jolla Station: Accessible for passengers with disabilities.
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