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Is it better to travel by bus or train from San Antonio to Los Angeles?

There are usually 2 daily train trips from San Antonio to Los Angeles.

Coach
Train
Avg. Price
Avg. Price
£148.63
Avg. Price
£201.31
Daily Trips
Daily Trips
9
Daily Trips
2
Duration
Duration
1d 18h 19m
Duration
2d 7h 17m

Coach from San Antonio to Los Angeles: Journey Information

There are 12 intercity coaches per day from San Antonio to Los Angeles. Traveling by coach from San Antonio to Los Angeles usually takes around 42 hours and 31 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus coach can make the trip in 30 hours and 40 minutes.

Distance1202 mi (1934 km)
Shortest duration30h 40m
Cheapest price£90.86
Trips per day3
Most frequent serviceFlixBus US
Coach lines2

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How much is a coach ticket from San Antonio to Los Angeles?

Bus tickets for a trip from San Antonio to Los Angeles cost £113.84 on average. 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.

Monthly average prices

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If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from San Antonio to Los Angeles, mark your calendar for July. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just £155. However, taking the bus from San Antonio to Los Angeles during December is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of £231. The best way to find deals on a trip in December is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.

Prices as travel date approaches

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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 23 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £136.92 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from San Antonio to Los Angeles?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from San Antonio to Los Angeles that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus US usually offers more choice, with 10 scheduled trips per day.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US101d 18h 48m£196.28
Tornado Bus31d 15h 30m£188.17
  • 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 10 trips per day from San Antonio to Los Angeles, and the average ticket for this route costs only .

  • Tornado Bus is a Texan bus company operating in Texas and Mexico. Their bus service connects cities such as Houston, McAllen, San Antonio, and the international border at El Paso. Their buses offer onboard WiFi, plenty of leg room, air conditioning, restrooms, and power outlets.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from San Antonio to Los Angeles

The coach takes an average of 42 hours and 31 minutes to cover the 1202 miles from San Antonio to Los Angeles. However, the fastest coach only takes 30 hours and 40 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.

"Because many passengers travel from San Antonio to Los Angeles at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, 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 01:00 and the last coach leaves at 21:00. To see the times for all coaches from San Antonio to Los Angeles, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 12 scheduled coaches that travel from San Antonio to Los Angeles 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 San Antonio to Los Angeles; ticket prices start at £112.90.

City Information

San Antonio

San Antonio, TX - SAT-0

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San Antonio, TX - SAT-1

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San Antonio is a fast-growing city located in the southwest corner of the Texas Triangle. In addition to the alluring year-round warm weather, San Antonio offers a blend of rich history with contemporary attractions and cuisine.

If there's one thing to remember from your trip to San Antonio, it’s the Alamo! This 18th century fortress is one of five Spanish missions in the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, all of which are connected by a scenic hiking and biking trail. If history isn't your thing, the River Walk along the San Antonio River is a much livelier spot. This shaded path is lined with shops and restaurants, and you could spend an entire day strolling, shopping, and eating along the river. Don't sleep on the riverside bars, either – San Antonio is one of the cheapest drinking cities in the U.S. so you can bar-hop to your heart’s (and your wallet’s) delight.

Traveling with little ones? San Antonio is home to the San Antonio Zoo, SeaWorld, and Six Flags Fiesta Texas, any one of which will provide a thrilling adventure with no screen time required. Visitors of all ages will find treasures at Historic Market Square, the largest Mexican market in the U.S., where handcrafted art from local artisans is available alongside authentic Mexican food.

San Antonio is one of the biggest cities in the Lone Star State, so it is very easy to travel to other Texas destinations like Austin, Houston, and Dallas by bus or by train, or to destinations farther afield through the San Antonio International Airport.

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.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in San Antonio?

Bus Terminal - 500 N St Marys St - SATGLI-0

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Main departure station: Bus Terminal - 500 N St Marys St

The San Antonio Bus Terminal on St. Mary’s Street is open 24 hours a day, and welcomes travelers on Jefferson Lines and Greyhound bus trips throughout Texas and beyond. Just a stone’s throw from the San Antonio River in downtown, the bus station offers connections to local transit via nearby public bus stops and ample parking for those who’d like to leave their car in a lot or garage. Fresh food can be purchased in the station, or stop by any one of the nearby cafes and restaurants for a bite before your trip.

All coach stations in San Antonio:

  • Bus Terminal - 500 N St Marys St

  • Tornado Bus Station

Where does the coach arrive in Los Angeles?

Main arrival station: Downtown - Vignes Lot

Coaches arrive in Los Angeles at 7 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.

Coach stations in Los Angeles:

  • Downtown - Vignes Lot

  • 592 Gayley Ave

  • 611 Maple Ave

  • Los Angeles Un Station Arrival

  • San Fernando Bus Station

  • North Hollywood Bus Station

  • 800 N Alameda St

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