How much does a bus ticket from Albuquerque to Los Angeles cost?

The bus ticket price from Albuquerque to Los Angeles starts at US$69. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Albuquerque to Los Angeles is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Albuquerque to Los Angeles?

The average travel time between Albuquerque and Los Angeles is around 23h, although the fastest bus will take about 17h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1075 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Albuquerque and Los Angeles?

The number of buses from Albuquerque to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Albuquerque to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Albuquerque to Los Angeles?

When taking the bus from Albuquerque to Los Angeles, you can travel comfortably and safely with Los Limousines, Greyhound, Amtrak.

Bus Albuquerque to Los Angeles from US$72 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Albuquerque to Los Angeles on 30 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	18h	15:50	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
		22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	19h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags

Next departures from Albuquerque to Los Angeles on 31 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	18h	15:50	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	19h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
02:30	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 21h	23:25	Los Angeles Bus Station	No tags
11:00	Albuquerque Bus Station	23h 15m	09:15	Los Angeles Bus Station	No tags
11:00	Albuquerque Bus Station	21h 30m	07:30	Los Angeles Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Albuquerque to Los Angeles on 1 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	05:00	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 1h	04:10	Los Angeles Union Station	Cheapest
	22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	18h	14:50	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	05:00	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 12h	15:00	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
	22:50	Albuquerque Bus Station	20h	16:50	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
	02:30	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 22h	23:25	Los Angeles Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:52 PM MDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Albuquerque to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 17 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just US$73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

17h 23mAverage duration

1067 kmDistance

97kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$69 - US$337	Average duration23h	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$73 - US$174	Average duration17h 23m	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e

Bus Albuquerque, US to Los Angeles, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$179

Average bus trip duration23h

Number of daily buses11

Earliest bus departure02:30

Distance1083 km

Latest bus departure22:50

Compare bus companies

Los Limousines

3.5/5260 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.9

WiFi2.8

Greyhound

3.5/587 341 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 555 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Passengers have shared their appreciation for the scenic views and the accommodating staff on their train journeys. Although some noted that bathrooms needed attention and trips were longer than expected due to weather conditions, overall experiences remained positive with Amtrak's efforts being well-received despite full trains.

Amtrak Albuquerque Los Angeles recent customer reviews

Staff was great, bathrooms did need attention, trip was longer than expected due to weather, which they can't control, Amtrak was very accommodating, even with a full train.

Marcos G.

24 February 2023

I loved the view. And it being my first time on a train.

Claudine V.

5 July 2024

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Albuquerque to Los Angeles Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Albuquerque and Los Angeles?

Stops in Albuquerque

A - Amtrak Station

Stops in Los Angeles

A - UCLA

B - Ramirez Street bus stop

C - 613 Maple Ave

D - Los Angeles International Airport

E - Downtown Westin Bonaventure

F - LAX Airport Holiday Inn

Frequently asked questions on the trip Albuquerque, US - Los Angeles, US

How much does a bus ticket from Albuquerque to Los Angeles cost?
The bus ticket price from Albuquerque to Los Angeles starts at US$69. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Albuquerque to Los Angeles is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Albuquerque to Los Angeles?
The average travel time between Albuquerque and Los Angeles is around 23h, although the fastest bus will take about 17h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1075 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Albuquerque and Los Angeles?
The number of buses from Albuquerque to Los Angeles can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Albuquerque to Los Angeles by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Albuquerque to Los Angeles?
When taking the bus from Albuquerque to Los Angeles, you can travel comfortably and safely with Los Limousines, Greyhound, Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

28/10

US$156

29/10

US$164

Today

US$164

31/10

US$163

01/11

US$74

02/11

US$78

03/11

US$76

04/11

US$76

The cheapest trip from Albuquerque, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 01 Nov 2025 with a price of US$74

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Albuquerque, US to Los Angeles, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$74 to US$250 for a bus ticket from Albuquerque, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$74, which is on 2025-11-01.

Usually Los Limousines will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

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 Albuquerque and Los Angeles!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Albuquerque to Los Angeles, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Albuquerque to Los Angeles.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Albuquerque to Los Angeles while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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 average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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