Tickets from Chicago to Los Angeles by Bus or Train
Only $183 for Flixbus bus tickets on a 60h 30m trip. Choose a date, or explore more travel options below.
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| Companies | Departures | Duration | Service | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:50 PM->7:20 AM | 60h 30m | 4 Transfers | |
 | 7:40 AM->7:57 AM | 43h 34m | 1 Transfer | |
 | 10:30 PM->10:10 PM | 45h 35m | 4 Transfers | |
| 2:25 PM->7:57 AM | 43h 32m | Direct | |
| 1:52 PM->5:35 AM | 65h 43m | Direct | |
Tornado Bus | 1:30 PM->5:25 AM | 65h 55m | 2 Transfers | |
 | 11:00 AM->9:00 AM | 48h | 3 Transfers |
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Bus from Chicago to Los Angeles
The bus trip from Chicago to Los Angeles takes approximately 45h 35m duration and covers a distance of about 1747mi. There are usually 42 buses traveling daily to Los Angeles and you can find the cheapest tickets from $182.95 if you buy in advance on the internet.
| Distance | 1747mi |
|---|---|
| Price | $183 |
| Frequency | 42 |
| Fastest | 45h 35m |
| Companies |
Train from Chicago to Los Angeles
It takes an average of 43h 32m to travel from Chicago to Los Angeles by train, covering a distance of about 1747mi. There are usually 15 trains traveling daily from Chicago to Los Angeles and tickets for this journey start from $199.4 when you book in advance.
| Distance | 1747mi |
|---|---|
| Price | $199 |
| Frequency | 15 |
| Fastest | 43h 32m |
| Companies |
Chicago, IL
Getting around Chicago
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3501 S California Ave
537 517 W Jackson Blvd
Bus Station 630 W Harrison St
Chicago 95 Th Dan Ryan
Chicago Bus Station
Chicago Train Station
Chicago Train Station Bus Stop
Chicago Union Station IL
Chicago Union Station Illinois
Dan Ryan Bus Station
Downtown Greyhound Station
Los Angeles, CA
Getting around Los Angeles
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10040 Old Depot Plaza Rd Chatsworth
1658 N Orange Drive
3750 Empire Ave
592 Gayley Ave
611 Maple Ave
6831 Hawthorn Ave
800 N Alameda St
Amtrak Metrolink Station 7724 Van Nuys Blvd
Downtown LA Flix Bus Lot
Downtown LA Flixbus Lot
Downtown Vignes Lot
Glendale Transp Ctr 400 W Cerritos Ave
Hollywood Highland LA
Lankershim Magnolia North Hollywood
Long Bch Bus Station
Los Angeles Americanstar
Los Angeles UCLA
Los Angeles Un Station Arrival
Los Angeles Union Station
Los Angeles Union Station Arrivals
North Hollywood Bus Station
Pasadena Hilton Hotel 168 S Los Robles Ave
San Fernando Bus Station
Shelter A 107 E First Street
UCLA
USC 3492 S Hope St
USC Hope Jefferson
Union Station
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Saving Money
Cheapest Bus
The cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Los Angeles is a regular seat, one-way trip, when booked in advance. Buying on the day of travel is usually more expensive and may include additional costs that can vary depending on the time of day and bus class.
- Book in advance.
- Most companies sell bus tickets about three to six months in advance. If you already have your travel date set, search as early as possible to save money.
- Be flexible with your travel times.
- Many companies increase ticket prices during "peak hours" (usually between 06:00 - 10:00 and 15:00 - 19:00 on weekdays). If possible, choose to travel outside of these hours to find cheaper tickets and save money.
- Check connections.
- On some of the busiest routes, you may also have the option of taking a slower or connecting transportation. It may take a little longer, but if you have a bit more time available, you may find a cheaper ticket.