- Must visit
The Getty Center
Major hilltop art museum with European paintings, decorative arts, gardens, and panoramic city views.
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Cheapest price
$205
Average price
$234
Fastest journey
73h 45m
Average duration
78h 22m
Buses per day
5
Distance
2550 km
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Montreal, QC to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $172. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $172, and a train costs an average of $839.
Distance: 2463 miles (3965 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$307 Average price Cheapest | $388 Average price | $848 Average price | $10 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
71h 42m Average total duration 71h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 48m Average total duration Fastest 6h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 86h 36m Average total duration 86h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 41h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Montreal, QC to Los Angeles, CA:
A bus is $80 (€66) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Montreal, QC to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $388 (€318).
A bus is $541 (€444) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Montreal, QC to Los Angeles, CA costing on average $848 (€697).
Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 71h 12m.
Train takes on average 86h 6m.
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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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 91h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $203 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 73h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $215 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 73h45 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $266 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 74h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $205 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 74h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $172 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 76h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $254 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 91h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $244 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 73h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $214 |
The table below shows live departures for Montreal, QC to Los Angeles, CA buses for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+ · · | 9:00 AM Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal | 74h15 | 8:15 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 2:00 PM Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal | 76h20 | 3:20 PM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 2:00 PM Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal | 76h30 | 3:30 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 11:30 PM Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal | 91h00 | 3:30 PM Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes, CA | 4 transfers | |
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Buses from Montreal, QC to Los Angeles, CA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 71h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $172 (€141) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 2463 miles (3965 km) distance in 72h 40m.
Distance 2463 miles (3965 km) |
Average bus duration 71h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $172 (€141) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 72h 40m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 56 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montreal, QC 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.

Most Montreal, QC to Los Angeles, CA buses use the Montreal, Gare d'Autocars de Montréal to Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes. Use this guide to compare Montreal, QC and Los Angeles, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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