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Journey Information
There are 14 intercity coaches per day from Los Angeles to Flagstaff. Traveling by coach from Los Angeles to Flagstaff usually takes around 14 hours and 56 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 11 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 383 mi (616 km) |
| Shortest duration | 11h 5m |
| Cheapest price | US$45.48 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 2 |
How much is a coach ticket from Los Angeles to Flagstaff?
US$54.67 is the average price of a bus ticket from Los Angeles to Flagstaff. Any tickets cheaper than US$54.67 can be considered a great deal. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from Los Angeles to Flagstaff is expected to range from US$67 to US$81. If you are looking to travel to Flagstaff within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from US$68. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are US$67 and can be found on 8 May 2024.
Monthly average prices
Prices as travel date approaches
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap coach tickets is to book at least 26 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save US$86.15 on your coach ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
What coach companies travel from Los Angeles to Flagstaff?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Los Angeles to Flagstaff that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 8 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 6 | 16h 20m | US$107.21 |
| Greyhound | 8 | 14h 42m | US$78.46 |
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 6 trips per day from Los Angeles to Flagstaff, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach 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 8 bus trips from Los Angeles to Flagstaff every day, with the average journey taking around 14 hours and 42 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Flagstaff usually start from US$40.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 14 hours and 56 minutes to cover the 383 miles from Los Angeles to Flagstaff. However, the fastest coach only takes 11 hours and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Los Angeles to Flagstaff 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, traveling mid-week is your best bet."
The first coach leaves at 00:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Los Angeles to Flagstaff, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 14 scheduled coaches that travel from Los Angeles to Flagstaff every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 3 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Los Angeles to Flagstaff; ticket prices start at US$62.00.
City Information
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 neighboring Nevada, Arizona and Mexico, or take a flight to pretty much any other part of the world.
Flagstaff
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Blessed with plenty of pine forests and amazing sceneries, Flagstaff is more than just a pit stop for travelers who need respite from the scorching desert. We even named it one of the best places to visit in Arizona! The first place every traveler should visit is the Historic Downtown and Railroad District, which was built along the historic Route 66. As you stroll around the quarter, you will catch glimpses of quaint buildings constructed during the early 20th century, giving the area an authentically vintage vibe.
Stargazers should hightail it to the Lowell Observatory, whose telescope provides a breathtaking view of vast and unending space. If you are ready for some hiking, consider spending a day at the Wupatki National Monument. In this natural reserve, tourists can find ruins of indigenous villages and learn about the history of indigenous people in the area.
Budget pizzerias abound in Flagstaff to cater to a student crowd, and one of the best spots around is Oregano's Pizza Bistro. Cottage Place has some of the best offerings in town for a fancier meal and some delicious fillet mignon!
Amtrak's Southwest Chief stops at Flagstaff's train station at 1 East Rte 66. If you're traveling by bus, companies like Greyhound and Jefferson Lines operate out of the station on Butler Ave. Local air service goes through the Flagstaff Pulliam Airport, located just 4.3 miles from the city center.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Los Angeles?
Main departure station: 800 N Alameda St
Coaches to Flagstaff leave from 6 stations in Los Angeles.
All coach stations in Los Angeles:
800 N Alameda St
North Hollywood Bus Station
San Fernando Bus Station
Downtown - Vignes Lot
592 Gayley Ave
West LA - Expo/Sepulveda
Where does the coach arrive in Flagstaff?
Main arrival station: 880 E Butler Ave
The Greyhound bus station on Butler Avenue is a small building with some seating, vending machines, and restrooms inside. There is ample parking available outside. Though the station is located about a mile outside downtown Flagstaff, there are a handful of coffee shops and fast-food restaurants within a short walk of the station. You can also walk a short distance to the Butler/Sawmill bus stop for local Mountain Line transit buses to get around Flagstaff. Greyhound buses depart from Flagstaff to destinations such as Mesa, Tucson, Phoenix, and even Las Vegas and Los Angeles.
Coach stations in Flagstaff:
880 E Butler Ave
1 E Rte 66 (Visitor Center)
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