Cheap bus tickets from Houston to Los Angeles
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Bus from Houston to Los Angeles: Journey Information
There are 54 intercity buses per day from Houston to Los Angeles. Travelling by bus from Houston to Los Angeles usually takes around 1 day, 18 hours and 32 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 1 day, 8 hours and 55 minutes.
- Distance
- 1371 mi (2206 km)
- Shortest duration
- 32h 55m
- Cheapest price
- CHF 80.12
- Trips per day
- 54
- Most frequent service
- Greyhound
- Bus lines
- 3
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Houston to Los Angeles Bus Schedule

There are several bus options that can take you from Houston to Los Angeles:
- FlixBus US: 27 daily buses from CHF 80
- Greyhound: 29 daily buses from CHF 80
- Tornado Bus: 2 daily buses from CHF 209
How much is a bus ticket from Houston to Los Angeles?
Bus tickets for a trip from Houston to Los Angeles cost about CHF 124 when you book at the cheapest time, 25 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 Houston to Los Angeles by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Houston to Los Angeles in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from CHF 113 to CHF 187. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on December 3, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Los Angeles this week, bus tickets are available starting at CHF 128.
Average bus ticket prices from Houston to Los Angeles by month
Taking the bus from Houston to Los Angeles is usually cheapest in September, when the average ticket price is only CHF 149. If you're planning to take the bus from Houston to Los Angeles during January, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of CHF 207. 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 25 days in advance. This way, you can save up to CHF 110.77 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Houston to Los Angeles?
There are 3 bus lines from Houston to Los Angeles available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 29 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 27 | 44h 8m | CHF 164.86 |
| Greyhound | 29 | 40h 32m | CHF 163.26 |
| Tornado Bus | 2 | 36h 40m | CHF 211.25 |
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 27 trips per day from Houston to Los Angeles, and the average ticket for this route costs only CHF 164.86.






Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 29 bus trips from Houston to Los Angeles every day, with the average journey taking around 1 day, 16 hours and 32 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Los Angeles usually start from CHF 80.12.






Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Houston to Los Angeles
There are 54 scheduled buses that travel from Houston to Los Angeles every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct bus. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different bus at any point during your trip. Direct buses also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Houston to Los Angeles; ticket prices start at CHF 141.
Trips per day
54
Direct trips
1
The bus takes an average of 1 day, 18 hours and 32 minutes to cover the 2,206 kilometres from Houston to Los Angeles. However, the fastest bus only takes 1 day, 8 hours and 55 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)
1371
Distance (km)
2206
The first bus leaves at 2:00 a.m. and the last bus leaves at 9:00 p.m. To see the times for all buses from Houston to Los Angeles, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
2:00am
Latest bus
9:00pm
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Houston to Los Angeles for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Los Angeles, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
Most crowded
Friday
Least crowded
Sunday
City Information
Houston



Houston, Texas is one of the most populous cities and among the most expansive cities in the U.S. As a result, Houston has become the leading commercial centre in the Southern United States. Astronomy aficionados recognize Houston as the city where NASA’s Mission Control Center is located, and music fans know Houston as the birthplace of Queen B herself, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter.
Even though Houston has a relatively small downtown area, it is packed with exciting things you can do while you’re in town. If you’re in the mood for a cultural outing, head to the Theater District where you are sure to find a play or a music performance you’d enjoy, or check out the Museum District that boasts more than 20 different museums and galleries. Since Houston is the most racially and ethnically diverse city in the country, its restaurant scene is one of a kind offering a rich variety of cuisines from all over the world. The many experiences available in Houston make it one of Texas' best vacation destinations.
As one of the main metropolitan cities in the U.S., Houston is very well connected to the rest of the country and the world. The main bus and train stations are both located right in the heart of downtown making it easy to get to your final destination by public transit or car. There are also several airports within the city’s vicinity that provide a good variety of options depending on where you’re flying to or from.
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 Houston?
Main departure station: 6590 Southwest Hwy
Buses to Los Angeles leave from 8 stations in Houston.
All bus stations in Houston:
- 6590 Southwest Hwy
- Downtown - 605 Gray St
- Greyhound Terminal Bus Station
- Houston Southeast Bus Station
- Tidwell Transit Center
- Houston Airline - 1516 Airline Dr
- 820 Lockwood Dr
- Houston Southwest Fwy
Where does the bus arrive in Los Angeles?
Main arrival station: Union Station LA Departure
Buses arrive in Los Angeles at 7 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
- 611-613 Maple Ave
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