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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Cheapest price
$160
Average price
$160
Fastest journey
10 h 44 m
Average duration
10 h 48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
497 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, CA will cost around $160 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $160.
It's difficult to get from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Clara, CA without transferring at least 2 times.
761 Pacific Surfliner · 4761 AMTRAK · 746 Capitol Corridor7:13 AM10h51Union Station, Los Angeles, CA6:04 PMGreat America Station, Santa Clara, CA$1601One-way2 transfers- 761 Pacific Surfliner · 4761 AMTRAK · 746 Capitol Corridor7:13 AM10h44Union Station, Los Angeles, CA5:57 PMSanta Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA$1601One-way2 transfers
- 761 Pacific Surfliner · 4761 AMTRAK · 746 Capitol Corridor7:13 AM10h44Union Station, Los Angeles, CA5:57 PMSanta Clara Station, Santa Clara, CA$1601One-way2 transfers
- 761 Pacific Surfliner · 4761 AMTRAK · 746 Capitol Corridor7:13 AM10h51Union Station, Los Angeles, CA6:04 PMGreat America Station, Santa Clara, CA$1601One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Los Angeles, CA to Santa Clara, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Clara, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $96. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $96, and a flight costs an average of $95.
Distance: 308 miles (497 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$109 Average price | $107 Average price Cheapest | $311 Average price | $71 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 9m Average total duration 7h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 24m Average total duration 9h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company | Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Clara, CA:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Clara, CA costing on average $109 (€88).
A train is $204 (€164) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Clara, CA costing on average $311 (€250).
Other travel options to Santa Clara, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 39m.
Train takes on average 9h 54m.
You'll arrive about -3h -17m sooner (7h 39m by bus vs 5h 22m by car) and save roughly $-37.97 (€-30.57) compared to fuel and tolls ($109 (€88) vs $71 (€57)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound, Infobus, FlixBus.
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 Santa Clara, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:13AM | Arrival Time 02:24PM | Duration 11h11 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $143 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:13AM | Arrival Time 05:57PM | Duration 10h44 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 09:57PM | Duration 10h07 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 10:57PM | Duration 10h07 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:13PM | Arrival Time 12:57AM | Duration 10h44 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:13PM | Arrival Time 01:57AM | Duration 10h44 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 06:05AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $78 |
Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to Santa Clara, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Santa Clara, CA buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:13 PM Los Angeles, CA | 10h44 | 12:57 AM Santa Clara, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:13 PM Los Angeles, CA | 10h44 | 1:57 AM Santa Clara, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:55 PM Los Angeles, CA | 9h10 | 6:05 AM Santa Clara, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Clara, CA
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Buses from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Clara, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $78 (€63) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 308 miles (497 km) distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 308 miles (497 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€63) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 20m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, Infobus, FlixBus from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Clara, CAYou can travel by bus between Los Angeles, CA to Santa Clara, CA with Greyhound, Infobus, FlixBus for as low as $78 (€63). 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 Santa Clara, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Clara, 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 Santa Clara, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- 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).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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