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There are usually 1 daily train trips available from Tempe to Los Angeles.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price€51.68 | Avg. Price€80.27 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration16h 6m | Duration9h 49m |
Bus from Tempe to Los Angeles: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Tempe to Los Angeles. Traveling by bus from Tempe to Los Angeles usually takes around 16 hours and 3 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US bus can make the trip in 14 hours and 5 minutes.
| Distance | 365 mi (587 km) |
| Shortest duration | 14h 5m |
| Cheapest price | €49.00 |
| 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 €51.29 on average. Tickets cheaper than €51.29 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 bus ticket prices from Tempe to Los Angeles by month
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 24 days in advance. This way, you can save up to €52.00 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 is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 2 | 16h 4m | €74.50 |
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 2 trips per day from Tempe to Los Angeles, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Tempe to Los Angeles
The bus takes an average of 16 hours and 3 minutes to cover the 365 miles from Tempe to Los Angeles. However, the fastest bus only takes 14 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 2:00pm and the last bus leaves at 2:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Tempe to Los Angeles, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Tempe to Los Angeles. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Tempe to Los Angeles; ticket prices start at €78.83.
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: San Fernando Bus Station
Buses arrive in Los Angeles at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Los Angeles:
San Fernando Bus Station
North Hollywood Bus Station
800 N Alameda St
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