How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to Washington?

The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Washington start from R 3 725. The average price for this train route is around R 6 257. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Washington is 2d 22h, covering a distance of 3694 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 15h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Washington route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Los Angeles to Washington departs at 17:19. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

Train Los Angeles to Washington from R 4 072 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 27 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:19	Union Station	2d 16h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
17:19	Union Station	2d 16h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 22h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 22h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 22h	18:20	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 28 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:00	Union Station	3d 12h	13:47	Union Station	Cheapest
17:19	Union Station	2d 16h	13:10	Union Station	Fastest
17:19	Union Station	2d 16h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
22:00	Union Station	3d 12h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
22:00	Union Station	3d 12h	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 29 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:19	Union Station	2d 22h	18:44	Union Station	Cheapest
17:19	Union Station	2d 16h	13:10	Union Station	Fastest
17:19	Union Station	2d 16h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 22h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 22h	18:20	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 30 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:00	Union Station	3d 12h	13:10	Union Station	Cheapest
17:19	Union Station	2d 16h	13:10	Union Station	Fastest
17:19	Union Station	2d 16h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
22:00	Union Station	3d 12h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
22:00	Union Station	3d 12h	13:47	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 31 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:13	Union Station	3d 14h	13:10	Union Station	Cheapest
17:19	Union Station	2d 16h	13:10	Union Station	Fastest
17:19	Union Station	2d 16h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 22h	18:20	Union Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 22h	18:20	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 1 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:19	Union Station	2d 16h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
17:19	Union Station	2d 16h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 22h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 22h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
22:00	Union Station	3d 12h	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 2 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:19	Union Station	2d 16h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
17:19	Union Station	2d 16h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 22h	18:20	Union Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 22h	18:20	Union Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 22h	18:20	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 3 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:13	Union Station	3d 14h	13:10	Union Station	Cheapest
17:19	Union Station	2d 16h	13:10	Union Station	Fastest
17:19	Union Station	2d 16h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 22h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 22h	18:44	Union Station	No tags

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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, 21 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 874, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30bus per day

2d 21hAverage duration

3691 kmDistance

92kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 874 - R 10 043	Average duration2d 21h	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 725 - R 48 230	Average duration2d 22h	CO₂ emissions 336kg CO₂e

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

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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Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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 about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 3 725

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

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

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

How much is the train ticket from Los Angeles to Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to Washington start from R 3 725. The average price for this train route is around R 6 257. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to Washington?
The average train journey time from Los Angeles to Washington is 2d 22h, covering a distance of 3694 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 15h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to Washington route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to Washington?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to Washington departs at 17:19. And the latest train departs at 22:00.

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

R 6 568

26/01

R 6 486

Today

R 6 174

28/01

R 7 290

29/01

R 6 568

30/01

R 5 878

31/01

R 6 486

01/02

R 5 484

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 01 Feb 2026 with a price of R 5 484

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

You can expect to pay from R 5 484 to R 43 345 for a train 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 5 484, which is on 2026-02-01.