The cheapest and fastest buses from Martinez, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$119
Average price
$123
Fastest journey
11 h 25 m
Average duration
13 h 6 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
563 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Martinez, CA to Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Martinez, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $119.
Of the 3 buses that leave Martinez, CA for Los Angeles, CA on Tue, Mar 17, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 17 the direct buses cover the 563 km distance in an average of 13 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 25 m .
On Tue, Mar 17 the slowest buses will take 16 h 26 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 train, bus, and flight for Martinez, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Martinez, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $74. 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 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $74, and a flight costs an average of $54.
Distance: 349 miles (563 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$112 Average price | $81 Average price Cheapest | $143 Average price |
11h 36m Average total duration 11h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 2m Average total duration 9h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Martinez, CA to Los Angeles, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 12:54PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 11h26 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $126 |
Live departures
Martinez, CA to Los Angeles, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Martinez, CA to Los Angeles, CA buses for today, Monday, March 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
539 NA · 6241 AMTRAK | 7:54 PM Martinez station, Martinez, CA | 11h26 | 7:20 AM Union Station, Los Angeles, CA | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, March 17 | |||||
![]() | 3:54 PM Martinez, CA | 16h26 | 8:20 AM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Martinez, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Buses from Martinez, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 11h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $79 (€65) but you can travel from only $54 (€44) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 349 miles (563 km) distance in 11h 26m.
Distance 349 miles (563 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€65) |
Buses per day 10 |
Fastest bus 11h 26m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
FAQs: Bus from Martinez, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Martinez, CA to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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