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Kansas Museum of History
Leading local history museum with Kansas political, military, and everyday life exhibits. A strong introduction to the city and state.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Topeka, KS 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 Topeka, KS will cost around $281 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $281.
It's difficult to get from Los Angeles, CA to Topeka, KS without transferring at least once.

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Buses from Los Angeles, CA to Topeka, KS run on average 6 times per day, taking around 37h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $212 (€177) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 1295 miles (2085 km) distance in 32h 5m.
Distance 1295 miles (2085 km) |
Average bus duration 37h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $212 (€177) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 32h 5m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Los Angeles, CA to Topeka, KS.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 34h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $169 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 34h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $238 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 40h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $327 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 39h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $172 |
Operator EPLA Limo Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 41h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $281 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 39h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $182 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 50h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $310 |
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Leading local history museum with Kansas political, military, and everyday life exhibits. A strong introduction to the city and state.
Museum and historic site preserving the Brown v. Board story. Essential for understanding civil rights history in Topeka and the nation.
Family-friendly museum focused on Kansas National Guard and military history, with aircraft, vehicles, and engaging exhibits.
Large urban park with rose gardens, trails, a zoo, and seasonal events. Ideal for a relaxed walk and one of Topeka’s classic green spaces.
Downtown arts and entertainment district with murals, venues, and public events. Good for strolling and seeing a livelier side of Topeka.
Wooded nature area with hiking trails, prairie views, and wildlife habitat on the city edge. Popular with locals for walking and birding.
Smoked pork or beef burnt ends are a Kansas barbecue staple, prized for smoky bark, rich fat, and slow-cooked flavor common across local smokehouses.
Slow-smoked beef brisket is central to regional barbecue culture, served sliced with rub and smoke-forward flavor rather than heavy sauce.
Kansas-style pork ribs are rubbed, smoked low and slow, and often finished with sweet-tangy barbecue sauce popular in the region.
Historic diner-style restaurant serving chicken fried steak, pies, and Midwestern comfort food in a nostalgic atmosphere.
Upscale-casual American restaurant with steaks, seafood, and polished service, suited for a more refined night out.
Long-running casual barbecue spot known for smoked meats, burnt ends, and classic Kansas sides in a relaxed setting.
Moderate for U.S. travel. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than major U.S. cities, while car travel is common and local transit options are limited.
Tip 15-20% at restaurants, about 10-15% for taxis, and spare change or $1 at cafes. Tips are customary and often expected for table service.
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Most Los Angeles, CA to Topeka, KS buses use the Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) to Topeka, SE Quincy St / SE 6th Ave station pair. Use this guide to compare Los Angeles, CA and Topeka, KS bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) is 1 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and various dining options available.
Wi-Fi available in main waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs available near main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station).
Available at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station): Station fully accessible with elevators and ramps.
Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes is 1 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes. ATMs are available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes.
Ticket office support is available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes.
Available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes: The station is accessible to people with disabilities.
Topeka, SE Quincy St / SE 6th Ave has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Topeka, SE Quincy St / SE 6th Ave. ATMs are available at Topeka, SE Quincy St / SE 6th Ave.
Ticket office support is available at Topeka, SE Quincy St / SE 6th Ave.
Available at Topeka, SE Quincy St / SE 6th Ave: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Topeka, SE Quincy St / SE 6th Ave: Basic accessibility provisions available.
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