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There are usually 9 daily train trips available from Fresno to Los Angeles.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$45.41 | Avg. Price$40.78 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips27 | Daily Trips9 |
Duration | Duration5h 31m | Duration4h 49m |
Bus from Fresno to Los Angeles: Journey Information
There are 29 intercity buses per day from Fresno to Los Angeles. Traveling by bus from Fresno to Los Angeles usually takes around 5 hours and 35 minutes, but the fastest Tufesa Internacional bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 205 mi (330 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $27.47 |
| Trips per day | 27 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus US |
| Bus lines | 5 |
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4.5
How much is a bus ticket from Fresno to Los Angeles?
Bus tickets for a trip from Fresno to Los Angeles cost $39.24 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. 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 Fresno to Los Angeles by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Fresno to Los Angeles is expected to be between $39 and $45. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is February 20, 2025, when tickets are available for February 20, 2025. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just $40.
Monthly avg. prices
Traveling from Fresno to Los Angeles by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around $45 whenever you decide to travel.
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 $14.13 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Fresno to Los Angeles?
There are 5 bus lines from Fresno to Los Angeles available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 11 daily trips, FlixBus US usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 11 | 4h 44m | $42.72 |
| Greyhound | 9 | 4h 46m | $44.23 |
| Los Limousines | 8 | 8h 16m | $43.73 |
| Tufesa Internacional | 2 | 4h 3m | $52.29 |
| Tufesa Plus | 2 | 5h 5m | $52.30 |
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 11 trips per day from Fresno to Los Angeles, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus 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 9 bus trips from Fresno to Los Angeles every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 46 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Los Angeles usually start from $34.
Book Los Limousines from Fresno to Los Angeles from $43. There are 8 trips per day offered by Los Limousines from Fresno to Los Angeles and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to Los Angeles. In Fresno, Los Limousines departs to Los Angeles from 1157 F St . In Los Angeles, Los Limousines arrives at Los Angeles Bus Station and one other station.
An average trip on Los Limousines from Fresno to Los Angeles takes 8 hours and 16 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to Los Angeles in 3 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 7 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Los Angeles.
Tufesa Internacional is the international brand of one of the largest ground transportation providers in Mexico, Tufesa. The carrier offers daily bus trips to and from several cities in the Southwestern United States, including cross-border trips between the U.S. and Mexico. On average, Tufesa Internacional runs 2 from Fresno to Los Angeles, with prices starting from $47. The carrier’s fleet features modern coaches equipped with state-of-the-art technology and amenities, such as onboard restrooms, reclining seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and a digital entertainment system.
Tufesa Plus is an economy bus service run by Tufesa. Its service area covers the southwestern states in the United States and parts of northwest Mexico. Onboard, travelers can enjoy AC, power outlets, reclining chairs, separate male and female restrooms, and WiFi while in Mexico.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Fresno to Los Angeles
The bus takes an average of 5 hours and 35 minutes to cover the 205 miles from Fresno to Los Angeles. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 30 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, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 2:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Fresno to Los Angeles, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 29 scheduled buses that travel from Fresno to Los Angeles every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 27 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 Fresno to Los Angeles; ticket prices start at $26.00.
City Information
Fresno
Situated close to the center of California, Fresno’s location makes it the perfect hub for travelers who wish to explore the state, but it also has enough attractions on its own to keep visitors interested. One of the city’s most unique destinations is the Forestiere Underground Gardens. Built by a Sicilian immigrant, the gardens stay below the ground level so that citrus trees could grow, making it a unique sight that will capture the heart of nature lovers. Fresno has recently gone through a lot of changes in the field of agriculture, and the city’s love for homegrown produce is now one of its attractions. As you explore the city, don’t hesitate to make a slight detour to Riverdance Farm, a local organic farm where you can pick ripened blueberries and cherries to your heart’s content. For fans of cultural activities, the Fresno Art Museum offers unique artworks created mostly by local artists.
Fresno restaurants are famous for their fresh homegrown produce, and Sam’s Italian Deli & Market is where you can try local staples. If you want to cook yourself, Fresno Farmers’ Market will be a great choice.
Fresno’s main bus and train station is the Santa Fe Passenger Depot located at 2650 Tulare St. From there, you can take buses from various carriers or hop on a train on Amtrak’s San Joaquins line. The Fresno Yosemite International Airport is the city’s main airport and it is located not too far from the city center.
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 Fresno?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Santa Fe Station - 2650 Tulare St
The Santa Fe Station is a historic train station and transportation hub in Fresno. The station opened in 1899 and was originally owned by the Santa Fe Railway, hence the misleading “Santa Fe” name for a station in Fresno. Passengers can board the Amtrak San Joaquins train to Oakland, Sacramento, or Bakersfield from this station, and bus service from Amtrak Thruway and Jefferson Lines also stops at this location. The Santa Fe station is just steps away from Fresno’s City Hall, the Meux Home Museum, and the Fresno Convention Center, making this station a convenient entry point to Fresno.
All bus stations in Fresno:
Santa Fe Station - 2650 Tulare St
1157 F St
CSU Shaw and Cedar Bus Stop
919 E St
Where does the bus arrive in Los Angeles?
Main arrival station: San Fernando Bus Station
Buses arrive in Los Angeles at 7 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.
All bus stations in Los Angeles:
San Fernando Bus Station
800 N Alameda St
North Hollywood Bus Station
Los Angeles Bus Station
10413 Laurel Canyon Blvd Pacoima
Downtown - Vignes Lot
611 Maple Ave
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