The cheapest and fastest buses from Los Angeles, CA to Stockton, CA
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$93
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
8 h 18 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
513 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Stockton, 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 Stockton, CA will cost around $93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 5 buses that leave Los Angeles, CA for Stockton, CA on Tue, May 19, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 19 the direct buses cover the 513 km distance in an average of 8 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
On Tue, May 19 the slowest buses will take 8 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.
7:05 PM7h50Los Angeles, CA2:55 AMStockton, CA$691One-way0 transfers
12:30 AM8h55Los Angeles, CA9:25 AMStockton, CA$751One-way0 transfers
11:30 PM8h55Los Angeles, CA8:25 AMStockton, CA$921One-way0 transfers
6:50 AM7h55Los Angeles, CA2:45 PMStockton, CA$1121One-way0 transfers
6:45 AM7h55Los Angeles, CA2:40 PMStockton, CA$1171One-way0 transfers
7:05 PM7h50Los Angeles, CA2:55 AMStockton, CA$691One-way0 transfers
6:45 AM7h55Los Angeles, CA2:40 PMStockton, CA$1171One-way0 transfers
6:50 AM7h55Los Angeles, CA2:45 PMStockton, CA$1121One-way0 transfers
12:30 AM8h55Los Angeles, CA9:25 AMStockton, CA$751One-way0 transfers
11:30 PM8h55Los Angeles, CA8:25 AMStockton, CA$921One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Los Angeles, CA to Stockton, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Stockton, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $68. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $68, and a flight costs an average of $98.
Distance: 318 miles (513 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$83 Average price | $71 Average price Cheapest | $254 Average price | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 33m Average total duration 8h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 47m Average total duration 7h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.5 - 3.1kg 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 Stockton, CA:
A train is $11 (€9) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Los Angeles, CA to Stockton, CA costing on average $83 (€67).
A train is $183 (€148) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to Stockton, CA costing on average $254 (€205).
Other travel options to Stockton, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 17m.
Bus takes on average 8h 3m.
You'll arrive about -4h -3m sooner (8h 3m by bus vs 5h 0m by car) and save roughly $-13.07 (€-10.56) compared to fuel and tolls ($83 (€67) vs $69 (€56)). 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, 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 Stockton, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $149 |
Live departures
Los Angeles, CA to Stockton, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Stockton, CA buses for today, Monday, May 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:05 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 7h50 | 6:55 PM Stockton, Greyhound Bus Station, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 1:15 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 12h10 | 1:25 AM Stockton, Greyhound Bus Station, CA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 8h55 | 1:25 AM Stockton, Greyhound Bus Station, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, May 19 | |||||
![]() | 12:30 AM Los Angeles, CA | 8h55 | 9:25 AM Stockton, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Los Angeles, CA to Stockton, CA
Buses from Los Angeles, CA to Stockton, CA run on average 16 times per day, taking around 8h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 318 miles (513 km) distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 318 miles (513 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 40m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Los Angeles, CA to Stockton, CAYou can travel by bus between Los Angeles, CA to Stockton, CA with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $47 (€38). 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 Stockton, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Los Angeles, CA to Stockton, 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 Stockton, 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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