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Compare bus and flight for Montgomery, AL to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Montgomery, AL to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $334. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $334, and a flight costs an average of $423.
Distance: 1842 miles (2966 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$399 Average price Cheapest | $482 Average price | $421 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
50h 53m Average total duration 50h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 19m Average total duration Fastest 8h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 30h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Montgomery, AL to Los Angeles, CA:
A bus is $83 (€67) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montgomery, AL to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $482 (€389).
Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 50h 23m.
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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.
Montgomery, AL to Los Angeles, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 48h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $334 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 49h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $359 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 53h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $505 |
Compare prices and tickets Montgomery, AL to Los Angeles, CA by bus or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Montgomery, AL to Los Angeles, CA
Buses from Montgomery, AL to Los Angeles, CA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 50h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $334 (€270) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 1842 miles (2966 km) distance in 48h 40m.
Distance 1842 miles (2966 km) |
Average bus duration 50h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $334 (€270) |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 48h 40m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Montgomery, AL to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montgomery, AL 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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