The cheapest and fastest buses from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY
Cheapest price
$356
Average price
$406
Fastest journey
2 d 16 h 5 m
Average duration
2 d 17 h 34 m
Buses per day
27
Distance
3936 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY 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 New York, NY will cost around $406 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $356.
It's difficult to get from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY without transferring at least once.
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Compare train and bus for Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €635. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 64h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 1.2 - 3.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €635, and a bus costs an average of €879.
Distance: 2445 miles (3936 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€879 Average price | €635 Average price Cheapest |
64h 48m Average total duration Fastest 64h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 67h 19m Average total duration 66h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
3.9 - 9.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 72h30 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $324 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 71h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $286 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 70h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $284 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 80h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $306 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 67h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $341 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 83h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $306 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 69h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $323 |
Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY buses for today, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus+ undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 5:35 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 71h05 | 4:40 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 5:35 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 82h55 | 4:30 AM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined · undefined | 5:35 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 74h15 | 7:50 PM New York, NY | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 5:35 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 80h15 | 1:50 AM New York, 44th Pl / Archer Ave (Queens Jamaica), NY | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined · undefined | 5:35 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 72h25 | 6:00 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined · undefined | 5:35 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 74h30 | 8:05 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined · undefined | 5:35 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 71h40 | 5:15 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 5:35 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 79h50 | 1:25 AM New York, Kissena Boulevard / Main Street (Queens Public Library), NY | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 5:35 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 69h55 | 3:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 2 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 8:55 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 68h55 | 5:50 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 3 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 8:55 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 70h55 | 7:50 PM New York, NY | 3 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 8:55 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 69h05 | 6:00 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 3 transfers | |
undefined · undefined+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 79h35 | 4:30 AM New York, Canal Street (Lucky Star), NY | 3 transfers | |
undefined · undefined+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 76h30 | 1:25 AM New York, Kissena Boulevard / Main Street (Queens Public Library), NY | 3 transfers | |
undefined · undefined+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 76h55 | 1:50 AM New York, 44th Pl / Archer Ave (Queens Jamaica), NY | 3 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined | 8:55 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 71h10 | 8:05 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
undefined · undefined | 8:55 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 66h35 | 3:30 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 1 transfer | |
undefined · undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 8:55 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 68h20 | 5:15 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined · undefined | 9:20 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 72h55 | 10:15 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined · undefined | 9:20 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 73h15 | 10:35 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined · undefined | 9:20 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 80h30 | 5:50 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined · undefined | 9:20 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 74h35 | 11:55 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined · undefined | 9:20 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 71h15 | 8:35 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 5 transfers | |
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undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 2:00 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 67h20 | 9:20 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 3 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 2:00 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 68h00 | 10:00 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 3 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined+ FlixBus | 2:00 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 67h50 | 9:50 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 4 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 4:30 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 68h20 | 12:50 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 5 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 4:30 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 83h05 | 3:35 PM New York, NY | 5 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 4:30 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 67h25 | 11:55 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 4 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 4:30 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 65h45 | 10:15 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 4 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 4:30 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 64h05 | 8:35 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 4 transfers | |
undefined · undefined · undefined · undefined | 4:30 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 66h05 | 10:35 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY
Buses from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY run on average 27 times per day, taking around 64h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $1086 (€879) but you can travel from only $785 (€635) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 2445 miles (3936 km) distance in 69h 36m.
Distance 2445 miles (3936 km) |
Average bus duration 64h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $1086 (€879) |
Buses per day 27 |
Fastest bus 69h 36m |
First bus 00:25 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus, LA DOT from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NYYou can travel by bus between Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY with Greyhound, FlixBus, LA DOT for as low as $785 (€635). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY 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 New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Statue of Liberty, an iconic symbol of freedom and democracy located on Liberty Island
- Central Park, a vast urban park offering scenic landscapes, walking paths, and recreational activities
- Times Square, a bustling commercial and entertainment hub known for its bright lights and Broadway theaters
- Empire State Building, a historic skyscraper offering panoramic views of the city from its observation decks
- Metropolitan Museum of Art, one of the largest and most prestigious art museums in the world, featuring diverse collections spanning thousands of years.
- Broadway, a famous theater district known for its high-quality productions and musicals
- Explore the vibrant neighborhoods of Brooklyn, known for their unique culture, food, and art scenes
- Visit the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, a poignant tribute to the victims of the September 11 attacks
- Take a ferry to Ellis Island, the historic gateway for millions of immigrants to the United States
- Enjoy a food tour in Manhattan, sampling diverse cuisines from around the world.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Los Angeles, CA to New York, NY
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34 Metro: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- 05:00-01:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Auntie Anne's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34A, M42, M104 Metro: A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, N, Q, R, W, 7
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