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Journey Information
There are 34 intercity buses per day from Los Angeles to El Paso. Traveling by bus from Los Angeles to El Paso usually takes around 16 hours and 59 minutes, but the fastest Tufesa Internacional bus can make the trip in 13 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 700 mi (1126 km) |
| Shortest duration | 13h 15m |
| Cheapest price | $43.98 |
| Trips per day | 16 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 5 |
How much is a bus ticket from Los Angeles to El Paso?
Bus tickets for a trip from Los Angeles to El Paso cost $74.56 on average. While it’s a bit pricey for a bus ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. 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
If you're planning to travel by bus from Los Angeles to El Paso in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $71 to $93. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on April 24, 2024.
If you’re looking to travel to El Paso this week, bus tickets are available starting at $71.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 22 days in advance to save up to $93.53.
What bus companies travel from Los Angeles to El Paso?
There are 5 bus lines from Los Angeles to El Paso available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 13 daily trips, Greyhound 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 | 12 | 17h 19m | $90.54 |
| Greyhound | 13 | 17h 24m | $82.34 |
| Los Limousines | 9 | 15h 45m | $109.85 |
| Tufesa Internacional | 2 | 13h 23m | $97.00 |
| Tufesa Plus | 2 | 13h 53m | $97.00 |
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 12 trips per day from Los Angeles to El Paso, 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 13 bus trips from Los Angeles to El Paso every day, with the average journey taking around 17 hours and 24 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to El Paso usually start from $44.
Book Los Limousines from Los Angeles to El Paso from $99. There are 9 trips per day offered by Los Limousines from Los Angeles to El Paso and you can expect on average to pay for a Los Limousines ticket to El Paso. In Los Angeles, Los Limousines departs to El Paso from Los Angeles Bus Station and 2 other stations. In El Paso, Los Limousines arrives at El Paso Bus Station .
An average trip on Los Limousines from Los Angeles to El Paso takes 15 hours and 45 minutes , while the fastest available Los Limousines trip will get you to El Paso in 13 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, Los Limousines offers 9 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to El Paso.
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 Los Angeles to El Paso, with prices starting from $97. 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
The bus takes an average of 16 hours and 59 minutes to cover the 700 miles from Los Angeles to El Paso. However, the fastest bus only takes 13 hours and 15 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, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Los Angeles to El Paso, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 34 scheduled buses that travel from Los Angeles to El Paso every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 16 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 Los Angeles to El Paso; ticket prices start at $97.00.
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.
El Paso
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El Paso takes you to a world of art, history, entertainment, and style. Also known as the Sun City, El Paso is more than just stories of outlaws and their notoriety. While it is the city where one can learn about the lives of jailbreaker Billy the Kid and gunfighter John Wesley Hardin, it is also home to inspiring historical figures such as city attorney Richard F. Burges and missionary Fray Garcia.
El Paso has an exciting mix of art galleries and museums that depicts the city's rich culture and history. These are the reasons why El Paso lures thousands of painters, sculptors, photographers, and muralists from around the world. Among the best art galleries in the area are the Agave Rosa Gallery, Encaustic International Art Studio, and Ho Baron Sculpture Garden.
El Paso delivers when it comes to family and adult entertainment as well. Kids would surely love exploring the El Paso Zoo, trying the rides at the Western Playland, and biking along the Rio Grande. For adults, El Paso's regional casinos are worth visiting. And if you’re a fan of a mixed drink, El Paso is home to some of the country’s cheapest cocktails.
El Paso is easily accessible via train, bus, or air. Flights arrive at the El Paso International Airport or just north of the state border in Las Cruces, NM (the Las Cruces Shuttle runs from this airport to El Paso several times daily). Ground travel includes train service on Amtrak and bus service on several major bus carriers from El Paso to other destinations in Texas and beyond.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Los Angeles?
Main departure station: 800 N Alameda St
Buses to El Paso leave from 10 stations in Los Angeles.
All bus stations in Los Angeles:
800 N Alameda St
San Fernando Bus Station
North Hollywood Bus Station
Downtown - Vignes Lot
E Olympic Blvd & S Augusta Ave Bus Stop
10413 Laurel Canyon Blvd Pacoima
Los Angeles Bus Station
611 Maple Ave
592 Gayley Ave
West LA - Expo/Sepulveda
Where does the bus arrive in El Paso?
Main arrival station: Bus Terminal
The Greyhound bus Station in El Paso is in the center of the city, surrounded by steak houses, restaurants, convenience stores, and hotels. The Southwest University park is only a few blocks away from the bus terminal, which is perfect if you want to stretch your legs and get some fresh air while waiting for a connection.
All bus stations in El Paso:
Bus Terminal
El Paso Bus Station
212-214 W Paisano Dr
8015 Alameda Ave
314 W Paisano
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