The cheapest and fastest buses from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Rosa, CA
Cheapest price
$89
Average price
$90
Fastest journey
16 h 59 m
Average duration
16 h 59 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
631 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Rosa, 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 Rosa, CA will cost around $90 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
Of the 2 buses that leave Los Angeles, CA for Santa Rosa, CA on Wed, May 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct buses cover the 631 km distance in an average of 16 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 59 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest buses will take 16 h 59 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.
3:26 AM16h59Los Angeles, CA8:25 PMSanta Rosa, CA$891One-way0 transfers
2:26 AM16h59Los Angeles, CA7:25 PMSanta Rosa, CA$911One-way0 transfers
3:26 AM16h59Los Angeles, CA8:25 PMSanta Rosa, CA$891One-way0 transfers
2:26 AM16h59Los Angeles, CA7:25 PMSanta Rosa, CA$911One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Los Angeles, CA to Santa Rosa, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Rosa, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $87. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $87, and a flight costs an average of $82.
Distance: 392 miles (631 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$91 Average price Cheapest | $91 Average price | $274 Average price | $95 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 25m Average total duration 12h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 29m Average total duration 9h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Rosa, CA:
A bus is $0.57 (€0.46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Rosa, CA costing on average $91 (€74).
A bus is $184 (€149) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Rosa, CA costing on average $274 (€222).
Other travel options to Santa Rosa, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 59m.
Bus takes on average 12h 55m.
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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 Rosa, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:26AM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 16h59 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:13AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 17h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:26AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 16h59 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to Santa Rosa, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Santa Rosa, CA buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:26 AM Los Angeles, CA | 16h59 | 7:25 PM Santa Rosa, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Rosa, CA
Buses from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Rosa, CA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 12h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $87 (€71) but you can travel from only $82 (€66) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 19:26. The fastest bus covers the 392 miles (631 km) distance in 11h 15m.
Distance 392 miles (631 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $87 (€71) |
Buses per day 12 |
Fastest bus 11h 15m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 7:26 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Rosa, CAYou can travel by bus between Los Angeles, CA to Santa Rosa, CA with FlixBus, Greyhound for as low as $82 (€66). 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 Rosa, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Santa Rosa, 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 Rosa, 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.
- 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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