The cheapest and fastest buses from Pleasanton, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$144
Average price
$176
Fastest journey
8 h 5 m
Average duration
10 h 15 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
518 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pleasanton, 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 Pleasanton, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $176 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $144.
Of the 4 buses that leave Pleasanton, CA for Los Angeles, CA on Thu, Nov 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 518 km distance in an average of 10 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 5 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 14 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.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Pleasanton, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Pleasanton, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €62, and a flight costs an average of €222.
Distance: 321 miles (518 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train | Flight |
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€80 Average price | €62 Average price Cheapest | €222 Average price |
9h 55m Average total duration 9h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Pleasanton, CA to Los Angeles, CA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $176 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $144 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $193 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $193 |
Live departures
Pleasanton, CA to Los Angeles, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Pleasanton, CA to Los Angeles, CA buses for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 3:40 PM Oakland, West Oakland BART Station, CA | 9h25 | 1:05 AM Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Pleasanton, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Buses from Pleasanton, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 27 times per day, taking around 9h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $95 (€78) but you can travel from only $76 (€62) by train.
There are 21 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 321 miles (518 km) distance in 9h 25m.
Distance 321 miles (518 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $95 (€78) |
Buses per day 27 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 9h 25m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
FAQs: Bus from Pleasanton, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pleasanton, 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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