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Journey Information

There are 30 intercity buses per day from Atlanta to Los Angeles. Traveling by bus from Atlanta to Los Angeles usually takes around 56 hours and 6 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 48 hours and 45 minutes.

Distance1933 mi (3110 km)
Shortest duration48h 45m
Cheapest price€70.53
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
Bus lines2

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

Bus tickets for a trip from Atlanta to Los Angeles cost €134.38 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.

Average prices by travel date

€191€127€64OctOct

If you're planning to travel by bus from Atlanta to Los Angeles in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from €122 to €189. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 30 October 2024.

If you’re looking to travel to Los Angeles this week, bus tickets are available starting at €133.

Monthly average prices

€273€219€164€109€55NDJFMAMJJASO
If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Atlanta to Los Angeles, mark your calendar for August. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just €193. However, taking the bus from Atlanta to Los Angeles during December is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of €252. 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

€410€328€246€164€823020100

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 28 days in advance. This way, you can save up to €281.34 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What bus companies travel from Atlanta to Los Angeles?

There are two bus lines that have daily service from Atlanta to Los Angeles that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 26 scheduled trips per day.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus US53d 10h 31m€397.15
Greyhound262d 6h 52m€232.65
  • 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 5 trips per day from Atlanta to Los Angeles, 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 26 bus trips from Atlanta to Los Angeles every day, with the average journey taking around 54 hours and 52 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Los Angeles usually start from €71.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 56 hours and 6 minutes to cover the 3110 kilometers from Atlanta to Los Angeles. However, the fastest bus only takes 48 hours and 45 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.

Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Atlanta 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.

The first bus leaves at 00:00 and the last bus leaves at 22:00. To see the times for all buses from Atlanta to Los Angeles, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 30 scheduled buses that travel from Atlanta 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 Atlanta to Los Angeles; ticket prices start at €169.35.

City Information

Atlanta

Atlanta, GA - ATL-0

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Atlanta, GA - ATL-1

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Atlanta, GA - ATL-2

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Atlanta is the capital of Georgia and the largest city in the Peach State. Located in the heart of America’s South, Atlanta is one of the foremost economic and cultural hubs in the region and the United States in general. As such, it's among the best vacation destinations in Georgia.

The city has played a major role in the Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. As a result, across Atlanta you can find various museums and points of interest dedicated to the lives and works of various key figures in those events, including the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site and the Atlanta History Center. Unsurprisingly, Atlanta is an important stop on our MLK Jr. itinerary.

Atlanta is also a key hub for the U.S. entertainment industry, and it offers some of the best nightlife experiences in the country. Here, you will find some of the finest craft beer in America and enjoy some of the best and most authentic southern food.

Atlanta is easily accessible by both bus and train from various parts of the country, and the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport’s location on the city’s outskirts makes it easy to travel to Atlanta from all over the world.

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 bus leave from in Atlanta?

Atlanta Bus Station - 232 Forsyth St - ATLGLI-0

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Main departure station: Atlanta Bus Station - 232 Forsyth St

Built in 1996, the Atlanta Bus Station at 232 Forsyth Street SW is located close to downtown and is one of the most popular bus stations in the city. Served by Greyhound, Southeastern Stages and Jefferson Lines, this busy intercity bus terminal provides hundreds of connections to major cities. The Atlanta Bus Station offers convenient connections within Atlanta via the adjacent MARTA train station and multiple public bus stops within one block of the station. There are also several hotels and motels in the vicinity, for when you’re ready to relax after a successful day of traveling.

All bus stations in Atlanta:

  • Atlanta Bus Station - 232 Forsyth St

  • MARTA Civic Center

Where does the bus arrive in Los Angeles?

Main arrival station: 800 N Alameda St

Buses arrive in Los Angeles at 8 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

Bus stations in Los Angeles:

  • 800 N Alameda St

  • North Hollywood Bus Station

  • San Fernando Bus Station

  • Downtown - Vignes Lot

  • Los Angeles Un Station Arrival

  • 1658 N Orange Drive

  • USC - 3492 S Hope St

  • 592 Gayley Ave

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