Cheap bus tickets from Boston to Los Angeles

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Bus from Boston to Los Angeles: Journey Information

There are 9 intercity buses per day from Boston to Los Angeles. Travelling by bus from Boston to Los Angeles usually takes around 3 days, 2 hours and 11 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 2 days, 22 hours and 10 minutes.

Distance: 2591 mi (4170 km)
Shortest duration: 70h 10m
Cheapest price: CHF 127.72
Trips per day: 9
Most frequent service: FlixBus US
Bus lines: 1

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Boston to Los Angeles Bus Schedule

There are several bus options that can take you from Boston to Los Angeles:

FlixBus US: 9 daily buses from CHF 128

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How much is a bus ticket from Boston to Los Angeles?

Bus tickets for a trip from Boston to Los Angeles cost about CHF 202 when you book at the cheapest time, 22 days ahead. Bus tickets on this route can be a bit expensive due to the length of the trip. But even with a higher price tag, taking the bus is often more affordable than flying to Los Angeles. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average bus ticket prices from Boston to Los Angeles by travel date

If you're planning to travel by bus from Boston to Los Angeles in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from CHF 165 to CHF 303. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on December 5, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Los Angeles this week, bus tickets are available starting at CHF 182.

Average bus ticket prices from Boston to Los Angeles by month

Taking the bus from Boston to Los Angeles is usually cheapest in April, when the average ticket price is only CHF 218. If you're planning to take the bus from Boston to Los Angeles during July, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of CHF 333. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 22 days in advance. This way, you can save up to CHF 145.73 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What bus companies travel from Boston to Los Angeles?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Boston to Los Angeles. FlixBus US connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
FlixBus US	9	74h 11m	CHF 272.30

FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 9 trips per day from Boston to Los Angeles, and the average ticket for this route costs only CHF 272.30.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Boston to Los Angeles

There are 9 scheduled buses that travel from Boston to Los Angeles every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Boston to Los Angeles; ticket prices start at CHF 240.

Trips per day

Direct trips

The bus takes an average of 3 days, 2 hours and 11 minutes to cover the 4,170 kilometres from Boston to Los Angeles. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 days, 22 hours and 10 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

2591

Distance (km)

4170

The first bus leaves at 1:00 a.m. and the last bus leaves at 9:50 p.m. To see the times for all buses from Boston to Los Angeles, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest bus

1:00am

Latest bus

9:50pm

With many people travelling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.

Most crowded

Wednesday

Least crowded

Monday

City Information

Boston

Boston is one of the oldest cities in the country, but it is kept young and fresh with the help of over 150,000 students who flock to the city’s prestigious universities every year. Beantown’s many sights and activities celebrate American history, prolific sports teams, and New England seafood. So let's spill the tea (into the harbour, if you will):

Boston's Freedom Trail is the best way to see the city on foot and visit some of the most iconic landmarks of the American Revolution: from Bunker Hill and the USS Constitution to the Old North Church and Faneuil Hall. The Freedom Trail officially begins in Boston Common, the oldest public park in the U.S. and a beautiful spot for walking, picnicking, or ice skating in the winter. Foodies will love tasting the Italian cuisine in the North End and the modern eateries of South End, while sports fans can tour Fenway Park, and art lovers can explore the expansive Museum of Fine Arts.

From Boston, travellers can easily get to the beachy summer destination of Cape Cod, or surrounding states like New Hampshire, Vermont, and Rhode Island. With four main train stations and several bus stops in the city, as well as Boston Logan Airport (which, by the way, has some excellent airport food), Boston is a central hub for travel throughout New England and beyond.

Los Angeles

Los Angeles is the undisputed world capital of the entertainment business. Because of that, the City of Angels is where you will find some of the most iconic landmarks of the film and music industries, including the world-famous Walk of Fame and Dolby Theatre (home of the Academy Awards) on Hollywood Boulevard, the easily recognizable Capitol Records building at Hollywood & Vine, and the LA Live complex in Downtown Los Angeles.

The best part of LA is that it has something to offer for people of all interests: outdoor enthusiasts can hike up to the Hollywood sign, fashion aficionados can go shopping in Beverly Hills, art lovers can check out the prominent Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) in the Miracle Mile district, and those looking for a fun night out can go bar-hopping in West Hollywood. Are you a Pokémon GO addict? Well then this is the place for you because LA is the best city to catch the rarest Pokémon in the U.S.. And if you want to want to experience the famed golden coast of Southern California for yourself, head west to Santa Monica and Venice for a refreshing dip in the Pacific Ocean.

With one of the biggest airports on the West Coast and several bus and train stops across the county, Los Angeles makes it easy to travel elsewhere in California, visit the neighbouring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Boston?

Main departure station: 680 Atlantic Ave

Most buses depart from the main station in Boston.

All bus stations in Boston:

680 Atlantic Ave

Where does the bus arrive in Los Angeles?

Main arrival station: Union Station LA Departure

Buses arrive in Los Angeles at 5 stations, depending on which bus line you are travelling with.

All bus stations in Los Angeles:

Union Station LA Departure
North Hollywood Bus Station
San Fernando Bus Station
Los Angeles Un Station Arrival
Downtown - Vignes Lot

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