How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Los Angeles?

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Los Angeles start from €196. The average price for this train route is around €295. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Washington to Los Angeles?

The average train journey time from Washington to Los Angeles is 3d , covering a distance of 3694 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington to Los Angeles route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Los Angeles?

The earliest train from Washington to Los Angeles departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

Train Washington to Los Angeles from €188 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to Los Angeles on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	11:39	Union Station	2d 23h	07:57	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d 19h	07:57	Union Station	Fastest
Train	11:39	Union Station	2d 23h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:35	Union Station	3d	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:35	Union Station	3d	07:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Los Angeles on 29 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:30	Union Station	3d 14h	05:35	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d 19h	07:57	Union Station	Fastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d 19h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 16h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 16h	05:35	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Los Angeles on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d 19h	07:57	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	11:39	Union Station	2d 23h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:39	Union Station	2d 23h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d 19h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:35	Union Station	3d	07:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Los Angeles on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:30	Union Station	3d 14h	05:35	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d 19h	07:57	Union Station	Fastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d 19h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 16h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 16h	05:35	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Los Angeles on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d 19h	07:57	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	11:39	Union Station	2d 23h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	11:39	Union Station	2d 23h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d 19h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	07:13	Union Station	3d 3h	07:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Los Angeles on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d 19h	07:57	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d 19h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 16h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	3d 16h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	10:35	Union Station	3d	07:57	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 21:15 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 20 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just €114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

37bus per day

2d 20hAverage duration

3686 kmDistance

92kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€114 - €787	Average duration2d 20h	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€196 - €3,499	Average duration3d	CO₂ emissions 336kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Washington, DC, US and Los Angeles, US?

Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Los Angeles, US

A
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
B
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at €196

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Los Angeles, US by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Washington to Los Angeles?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to Los Angeles start from €196. The average price for this train route is around €295. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to Los Angeles?
The average train journey time from Washington to Los Angeles is 3d , covering a distance of 3694 km. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington to Los Angeles route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Washington to Los Angeles?
The earliest train from Washington to Los Angeles departs at 07:13. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

25/01

No data

26/01

€348

Today

€472

28/01

€412

29/01

€297

30/01

€324

31/01

€348

01/02

€367

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of €297

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

You can expect to pay from €297 to €2,231 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €297, which is on 2026-01-29.