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Compare all timetables for the bus from Chicago to Los Angeles

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Chicago to Los Angeles from various bus operators like Greyhound US for the next days.
today
tomorrow
from $408
Saturday
Sunday
from $251
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from $377

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    46h 5m
    0
    7:15 PM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    5:20 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $408
  • Greyhound US
    49h 0m
    0
    10:30 PM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    11:30 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $411
  • Greyhound US
    55h 20m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Chicago
    Union Station
    5:20 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $428
  • Greyhound US
    49h 30m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Chicago
    Union Station
    11:30 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $430
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    • FlixBus
      Save more than 97%
      0h 30m
      0 mi
      11:00 AM
      Glendale, CA
      Transit Center
      11:30 AM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      1740 mi
      Chicago
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $11
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Los Angeles via Phoenix, AZ, you can save more than $84? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      48h 0m
      0
      10:30 PM
      Chicago
      Greyhound Bus Station
      2:35 PM
      Phoenix, AZ
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $266
      • Waiting Time 1h 20m
    • Busbud
      6h 35m
      0
      3:55 PM
      Phoenix, AZ
      Bus Station
      10:30 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $58
    Travel time is 1h 55m longer, but you will save $84

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    47h 30m
    0
    5:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    5:20 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $251
  • Greyhound US
    49h 0m
    0
    10:30 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    11:30 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $262
  • Greyhound US
    47h 54m
    0
    5:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    5:44 PM
    Los Angeles
    Amtrak
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $305
  • Greyhound US
    45h 0m
    0
    5:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    2:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $305
  • Greyhound US
    53h 0m
    0
    5:50 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    10:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    University of Southern California (curbside)
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $308

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    47h 15m
    0
    9:45 PM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    9:00 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $377
  • Greyhound US
    47h 0m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Chicago
    Union Station
    9:00 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $377
  • Greyhound US
    72h 50m
    0
    10:00 PM
    Chicago
    Union Station
    10:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    University of Southern California (curbside)
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $389
  • Greyhound US
    51h 35m
    0
    7:15 PM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    10:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    University of Southern California (curbside)
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $398
  • Greyhound US
    43h 35m
    0
    7:15 PM
    Chicago
    Greyhound Bus Station
    2:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $406
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Los Angeles via Phoenix, AZ, you can save more than $53? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      48h 0m
      0
      10:30 PM
      Chicago
      Greyhound Bus Station
      2:35 PM
      Phoenix, AZ
      Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $266
      • Waiting Time 1h 20m
    • Busbud
      6h 35m
      0
      3:55 PM
      Phoenix, AZ
      Bus Station
      10:30 PM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $58
    Travel time is 4h 25m longer, but you will save $53

Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Los Angeles

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and Los Angeles are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 28 daily buses from Chicago to Los Angeles. Friday has instead the fewest connections, with only 4 daily coaches between Chicago and Los Angeles.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 29 buses from Chicago to Los Angeles, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Los Angeles, with 5 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Los Angeles

Compare all providers like Greyhound US that travel 12 times every day by bus from Chicago to Los Angeles in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Los Angeles starting from $180!

Cheapest Bus $180
Fastest Bus 43h 35m
Earliest Bus 10:00 AM
Latest Bus 10:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 12 Ø
Distance 1,741.7 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Los Angeles

Every day, 12 buses from 1 bus companies leave Chicago for Los Angeles: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 11/21/2024 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 11/17
Monday 11/18
Tuesday 11/19
Wednesday 11/20
Thursday 11/21
Friday 11/22
$408
Saturday 11/23
Sunday 11/24
$412
Monday 11/25
Tuesday 11/26
Wednesday 11/27
$377
Thursday 11/28
Friday 11/29
$180
Saturday 11/30
Sunday 12/01
Monday 12/02
Tuesday 12/03
Wednesday 12/04
Thursday 12/05
Friday 12/06
Saturday 12/07
Sunday 12/08
Monday 12/09
Tuesday 12/10
Wednesday 12/11
Thursday 12/12
Friday 12/13
Saturday 12/14

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Los Angeles

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Los Angeles, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $180, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Los Angeles. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $377.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Los Angeles, with $180. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $251.

How to save money travelling from Chicago to Los Angeles

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Chicago to Los Angeles in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Chicago to Los Angeles, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Chicago to Los Angeles are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Chicago to Los Angeles

These are the most booked bus companies between Chicago to Los Angeles from our users.

Greyhound US from Chicago to Los Angeles

Greyhound US

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Chicago to Los Angeles:

Cheapest Price $180
Fastest Bus 43h 35m
Earliest Bus 10:00 AM
Last Bus 10:30 PM
Daily Connections 12 Ø
Found on 11/20/2024

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Los Angeles

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Chicago and Los Angeles.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Chicago to Los Angeles

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Chicago to Los Angeles? Or which bus companies serve the route Chicago to Los Angeles? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Chicago to Los Angeles bus

How much does a Chicago Los Angeles bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $180 and takes 1h 30m to reach Los Angeles. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Chicago to Los Angeles?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $180 and $580. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Los Angeles.

On average, how many connections are available from Chicago to Los Angeles each day?

Every day, the Chicago to Los Angeles bus route is served by approximately 12 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Chicago to Los Angeles take?

The fastest bus from Chicago to Los Angeles is offered by Greyhound US and takes 43h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $469. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Chicago to Los Angeles?

The earliest bus arriving in Los Angeles from Chicago starts at 10:00 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Chicago to Los Angeles?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Los Angeles starts at 10:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Chicago Los Angeles route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago to Los Angeles, passengers can travel with Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Los Angeles?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago and Los Angeles by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Chicago to Los Angeles bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Chicago Los Angeles bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Chicago Los Angeles bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Chicago to Los Angeles on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chicago to Los Angeles

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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