Bus Tickets from Los Angeles, US to Santa Cruz, US

Frequently asked questions on the trip Los Angeles, US - Santa Cruz, US

  1. What is the travel distance from Los Angeles to Santa Cruz?

    The distance covered from Los Angeles to Santa Cruz is 473 km (294 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Los Angeles to Santa Cruz?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at UCLA, in Los Angeles, and end it at Metro Center Bus Station, in Santa Cruz.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Santa Cruz, US was searched and found on Oct 1, 2025 with a price of US$78

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Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Los Angeles and Santa Cruz!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Los Angeles to Santa Cruz.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Los Angeles to Santa Cruz that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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