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Journey Information
There are 10 intercity coaches per day from Los Angeles to Denver. Traveling by coach from Los Angeles to Denver usually takes around 30 hours and 54 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 22 hours and 20 minutes.
| Distance | 830 mi (1336 km) |
| Shortest duration | 22h 20m |
| Cheapest price | £58.71 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Coach lines | 3 |
Coaches from Los Angeles to Denver
- FlixBus US: 3 daily coaches from £63
- Greyhound: 5 daily coaches from £59
- Los Limousines: 5 daily coaches from £154
How much is a coach ticket from Los Angeles to Denver?
£73.14 is the average price of a bus ticket from Los Angeles to Denver. While it’s on the pricier side for a bus ticket, taking the bus is still a cheaper alternative to flying. 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 Denver is expected to range from £67 to £133. If you are looking to travel to Denver within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from £80. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are £67 and can be found on 8 May 2024.
Monthly average prices
The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in August. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just £97 – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Los Angeles to Denver in November, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to £163 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.
Prices as travel date approaches
The easiest way to save money on bus tickets is by booking in advance! Many carriers increase prices as the travel date approaches, so it's always a good idea to buy your tickets as early as possible. Book at least 25 days in advance to save £154.17 or more on your ticket, compared to booking at the last minute.
What coach companies travel from Los Angeles to Denver?
There are 3 bus lines from Los Angeles to Denver available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 5 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:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 3 | 1d 8h 3m | £148.91 |
| Greyhound | 5 | 1d 7h 1m | £102.98 |
| Los Limousines | 5 | 1d 6h 0m | £161.91 |
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 3 trips per day from Los Angeles to Denver, 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 5 bus trips from Los Angeles to Denver every day, with the average journey taking around 31 hours and 1 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Denver usually start from £59.
Book Los Limousines from Los Angeles to Denver from £155. There are 5 Los Limousines schedules from Los Angeles to Denver and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Denver. In Los Angeles, Los Limousines departs to Denver from Los Angeles Bus Station and 2 other stations. In Denver, Los Limousines arrives at Denver Bus Station and no other station.
An average trip on Los Limousines from Los Angeles to Denver takes 30 hours and 0 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Denver in 22 hours and 20 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 5 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Denver.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 30 hours and 54 minutes to cover the 830 miles from Los Angeles to Denver. However, the fastest coach only takes 22 hours and 20 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 Denver 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 07:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Los Angeles to Denver, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 10 scheduled coaches that travel from Los Angeles to Denver every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which coach you take, you will have to transfer coaches at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Los Angeles to Denver; ticket prices start at £119.08.
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.
Denver
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Denver is the capital of Colorado, as well as the most populous city in the state. With buildings dating back to the 19th century, Denver is considered one of the most exemplary cities of the Old West era in the United States.
Denver’s proximity to the Rocky Mountains makes it a preferred destination for young travelers seeking the thrill of the slopes during the day and the vibrant nightlife activities only an urban setting can provide. In fact, Denver is among the biggest party cities in the U.S. and one of the craft beer capitals in the country. In addition, thanks to the diverse local crowd, Denver’s restaurant scene offers top-notch options from various world cuisines.
If you’re looking for a more quiet time during your stay, head to one of the many unique museums in town such as the Denver Art Museum, the Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Arts, or the Molly Brown House Museum. Craving a feast to the eyes and some fresh air? Check out the spectacular Denver Botanic Gardens.
As the biggest city in the Mountain states and a top Colorado destination, Denver is a busy travel hub. Even though the Denver airport is on the city’s outskirts, it is still easily accessible. If you are traveling to Denver by bus or train, you’ll be conveniently dropped off at Union Station in the heart of downtown Denver from where you can easily get anywhere in the city.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Los Angeles?
Main departure station: North Hollywood Bus Station
Coaches to Denver leave from 9 stations in Los Angeles.
All coach stations in Los Angeles:
North Hollywood Bus Station
San Fernando Bus Station
800 N Alameda St
Downtown - Vignes Lot
E Olympic Blvd & S Augusta Ave Bus Stop
Los Angeles Bus Station
10413 Laurel Canyon Blvd Pacoima
592 Gayley Ave
West LA - Expo/Sepulveda
Where does the coach arrive in Denver?
Main arrival station: Union Station - 1700 Wewatta St (Buses)
Denver’s Union Station first opened in 1881, and houses some of the city’s best shops, bars, and restaurants, making it a popular destination for locals and travelers alike. There is even a seasonal farmers market at the station! But first and foremost, Union Station is the primary transport hub for Denver. The station is served by Amtrak trains, and intercity buses operated by Greyhound, Burlington Trailways, Jefferson Lines and Express Arrow. From Union Station, travelers can also easily access Denver International Airport on the A Line commuter rail.
Coach stations in Denver:
Union Station - 1700 Wewatta St (Buses)
Denver Bus Station
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