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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Cruz, CA
Cheapest price
$89
Average price
$89
Fastest journey
10 h 58 m
Average duration
10 h 58 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
472 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Cruz, 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 Cruz, CA will cost around $89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
Of the 1 buses that leave Los Angeles, CA for Santa Cruz, CA on Sat, Nov 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 08 the direct buses cover the 472 km distance in an average of 10 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 58 m .
On Sat, Nov 08 the slowest buses will take 10 h 58 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Los Angeles, CA to Santa Cruz, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Cruz, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €69. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 9h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €69, and a flight costs an average of €227.
Distance: 293 miles (472 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€73 Average price Cheapest | €124 Average price | €353 Average price |
10h 13m Average total duration Fastest 9h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 0m Average total duration 10h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29h 9m Average total duration 26h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Los Angeles, CA to Santa Cruz, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 01:38PM | Duration 32h48 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 08:06PM | Duration 10h51 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 08:06PM | Duration 10h41 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $94 |
Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to Santa Cruz, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Santa Cruz, CA buses for today, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6238 AMTRAK · 6979 AMTRAK | 12:50 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 32h48 | 9:38 PM Santa Cruz, CA | 1 transfer | |
| 5715 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner · 3915 AMTRAK · 6815 AMTRAK | 5:15 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 10h51 | 4:06 AM Santa Cruz, CA | 3 transfers | |
| 5815 AMTRAK · 715 Gold Runner · 3915 AMTRAK · 6815 AMTRAK | 5:25 PM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 10h41 | 4:06 AM Santa Cruz, CA | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Cruz, CA
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Buses from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Cruz, CA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $85 (€69) but you can travel from only $78 (€64) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 20:37. The fastest bus covers the 293 miles (472 km) distance in 9h 45m.
Distance 293 miles (472 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $85 (€69) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 45m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 20:37 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Cruz, CAYou can travel by bus between Los Angeles, CA to Santa Cruz, CA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $78 (€64). 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 Cruz, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Cruz, 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 Cruz, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
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