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Oklahoma City Museum of Art
Leading art museum known for its Dale Chihuly glass collection, rotating exhibitions, and classic film programming in downtown Oklahoma City.
Cheapest price
$170
Average price
$187
Fastest journey
1 d 6 h 20 m
Average duration
1 d 9 h 16 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
1897 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma City, OK 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 Oklahoma City, OK will cost around $187 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $170.
Of the 6 buses that leave Los Angeles, CA for Oklahoma City, OK on Tue, Jun 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct buses cover the 1897 km distance in an average of 1 d 9 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 6 h 20 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest buses will take 1 d 11 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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· · Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma City, OK among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $110. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $110, and a flight costs an average of $173.
Distance: 1178 miles (1897 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$183 Average price Cheapest | $302 Average price | $418 Average price | $268 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
30h 1m Average total duration 29h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 37h 41m Average total duration 37h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 12m Average total duration Fastest 5h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma City, OK:
A bus is $120 (€97) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma City, OK costing on average $302 (€245).
A bus is $235 (€191) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma City, OK costing on average $418 (€339).
Other travel options to Oklahoma City, OK take longer:
Bus takes on average 29h 31m.
Train takes on average 37h 11m.
Tickets start at around $183 (€148) compared to roughly $268 (€218) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $86 (€69). The journey takes 29h 31m versus 19h 19m 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.
Direct services are operated by Greyhound.
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 12:35AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 32h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $170 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 33h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $258 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 33h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $182 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 30h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $170 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 42h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 47h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $237 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 30h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 43h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $258 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 35h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 30h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $151 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 33h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $154 |
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma City, OK buses for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· | 12:35 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 32h40 | 11:15 AM Oklahoma City, E Reno Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OK | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 9:35 AM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 33h40 | 9:15 PM Oklahoma City, E Reno Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OK | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 12:55 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 30h20 | 9:15 PM Oklahoma City, E Reno Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OK | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+ · · | 1:45 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 42h40 | 10:25 AM Oklahoma City, E Reno Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OK | 3 transfers | |
· · | 8:30 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 35h55 | 10:25 AM Oklahoma City, E Reno Ave (Greyhound Bus Station), OK | 2 transfers |
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Buses from Los Angeles, CA to Oklahoma City, OK run on average 5 times per day, taking around 29h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $110 (€89) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 1178 miles (1897 km) distance in 30h 10m.
Distance 1178 miles (1897 km) |
Average bus duration 29h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $110 (€89) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 30h 10m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 56 days |
Discover the best of Oklahoma City — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Oklahoma City trip today.
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Powerful museum and cultural center interpreting the collective histories, cultures, and contemporary lives of First American Nations in Oklahoma.
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Downtown urban garden with landscaped grounds, seasonal displays, and relaxed walking paths beside major civic landmarks.
Large modern downtown park with skyline views, lake areas, walking trails, events, and strong social media appeal.
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Large, stylish restaurant and music venue serving American dishes, cocktails, and brunch in a lively downtown setting.
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Tip 18-20% in restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Tip bartenders USD 1-2 per drink, taxis about 10-15%, and hotel staff a few USD.
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