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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Tempe to Los Angeles. Traveling by bus from Tempe to Los Angeles usually takes around 9 hours and 26 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 7 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 365 mi (587 km) |
| Shortest duration | 7h 40m |
| Cheapest price | $45.97 |
| Trips per day | 3 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Tempe to Los Angeles?
Bus tickets for a trip from Tempe to Los Angeles cost $58.55 on average. Tickets cheaper than $58.55 are an excellent bargain. 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
Bus tickets from Tempe to Los Angeles are expected to cost between $60 and $94 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Los Angeles within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from $62. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Monthly average prices
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 19 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $74.49 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Tempe to Los Angeles?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Tempe to Los Angeles. FlixBus US connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 4 | 9h 27m | $74.55 |
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 4 trips per day from Tempe to Los Angeles, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 9 hours and 26 minutes to cover the 365 miles from Tempe to Los Angeles. However, the fastest bus only takes 7 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Los Angeles at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, 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 11:00pm and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Tempe to Los Angeles, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Tempe to Los Angeles every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 3 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Tempe to Los Angeles; ticket prices start at $76.00.
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Tempe?
Main departure station: 872 S Rural Rd
Most buses depart from the main station in Tempe.
All bus stations in Tempe:
872 S Rural Rd
Where does the bus arrive in Los Angeles?
Main arrival station: North Hollywood Bus Station
Buses arrive in Los Angeles at 5 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Los Angeles:
North Hollywood Bus Station
Downtown - Vignes Lot
Los Angeles Un Station Arrival
800 N Alameda St
San Fernando Bus Station
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