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

The bus ticket price from Los Angeles to Washington starts at R 2 035. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Los Angeles to Washington 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 Los Angeles to Washington?

The average travel time between Los Angeles and Washington is around 2d 23h, although the fastest bus will take about 2d 10h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3697 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Los Angeles to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 43 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Los Angeles to Washington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Los Angeles to Washington?

When taking the bus from Los Angeles to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Los Angeles to Washington?

Buses travelling between Los Angeles and Washington leave from UCLA or Ramirez Street bus stop and arrive at Union Station, Dupont Circle, Metro Center Station.

Bus Los Angeles to Washington from R 2 200 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 3 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 19h	16:50	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	Cheapest
	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 10h	10:20	Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	3d 4h	01:40	Dupont Circle	No tags
	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 4 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 10h	10:20	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	06:45	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 20h	12:20	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 18h	15:25	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 5 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 10h	10:20	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	06:45	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 20h	12:20	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 18h	15:25	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 6 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 19h	16:20	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	Cheapest
	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 10h	10:20	Union Station	Fastest
	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	06:45	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 20h	12:20	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 18h	15:25	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 4:36 PM PDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 2 days, 23 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 035, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

43bus per day

2d 23hAverage duration

3689 kmDistance

92kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 2 035 - R 10 260	Average duration2d 23h	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 026 - R 39 183	Average duration2d 22h	CO₂ emissions 336kg CO₂e

Bus Los Angeles, US to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceR 3 685

Average bus trip duration2d 23h

Number of daily buses43

Earliest bus departure00:25

Distance3688 km

Latest bus departure23:30

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 348 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 176 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Los Angeles to Washington Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Los Angeles to Washington from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Washington from Los Angeles, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Washington?

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

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Frequently asked questions on the trip Los Angeles, US - Washington, DC, US

How much does a bus ticket from Los Angeles to Washington cost?
The bus ticket price from Los Angeles to Washington starts at R 2 035. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Los Angeles to Washington 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 Los Angeles to Washington?
The average travel time between Los Angeles and Washington is around 2d 23h, although the fastest bus will take about 2d 10h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3697 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Los Angeles and Washington?
The number of buses from Los Angeles to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 43 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Los Angeles to Washington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Los Angeles to Washington?
When taking the bus from Los Angeles to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Los Angeles to Washington?
Buses travelling between Los Angeles and Washington leave from UCLA or Ramirez Street bus stop and arrive at Union Station, Dupont Circle, Metro Center Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/11

R 1 970

02/11

R 4 614

Today

R 3 212

04/11

R 2 999

05/11

R 2 680

06/11

R 3 709

07/11

R 2 209

08/11

R 2 964

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 01 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 970

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 970 to R 8 483 for a bus ticket from Los Angeles, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 209, which is on 2025-11-07.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Los Angeles to Washington but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Los Angeles to Washington, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Los Angeles to Washington.

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Did you know?

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

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Los Angeles, US to Washington, DC, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time2d 23h	Avg priceR 3 685	Daily departures43
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time2d 22h	Avg priceR 7 241	Daily departures3

Will you be returning to Los Angeles, US by bus?

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