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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
$97
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
13 h 5 m
Average duration
13 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
472 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Santa Cruz, 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 Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
Of the 1 buses that leave Santa Cruz, CA for Los Angeles, CA on Fri, Jan 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 16 the direct buses cover the 472 km distance in an average of 13 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 5 m .
On Fri, Jan 16 the slowest buses will take 13 h 5 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 bus, train, and flight for Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €71. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 10h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €71, and a flight costs an average of €370.
Distance: 293 miles (472 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€75 Average price Cheapest | €115 Average price | €612 Average price |
11h 6m Average total duration Fastest 10h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 47m Average total duration 11h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 9m Average total duration 23h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA buses for today, Thursday, January 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 10:16 PM Santa Cruz, CA | 15h14 | 1:30 PM Los Angeles, CA | 3 transfers | |
| Friday, January 16 | |||||
| 4:30 PM Santa Cruz, CA | 13h05 | 5:35 AM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA
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Buses from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $87 (€71) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 20:37. The fastest bus covers the 293 miles (472 km) distance in 13h 5m.
Distance 293 miles (472 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $87 (€71) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 13h 5m |
First bus 00:50 |
Last bus 20:37 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA start from as low as $87 (€71) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $93 (€75) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 3 daily trains from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 13h 5m but the average duration is 10h 36m
Train Operators
- Travel from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA with Santa Cruz Metro
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Santa Cruz Metro.
Stations & Schedule
- First train typically departs at 12:50 AM and the last at 08:37 PM
Bus providers: Santa Cruz Metro from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CAYou can travel by bus between Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA with Santa Cruz Metro for as low as $87 (€71). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Santa Cruz, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Cruz, 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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