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

The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Washington start from $124. The average price for this route is around $265. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus trip duration from Los Angeles to Washington is 2d 20h, covering a distance of 2303 miles (3714 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Washington?

The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Washington at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Washington?

A bus trip from Los Angeles to Washington generates an estimated 93 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Los Angeles to Washington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Washington?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Los Angeles to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Los Angeles to Washington from $128 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Washington on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	3d 4h	1:40am	Dupont Circle	Cheapest
	Bus	8:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 10h	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	6:45am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 20h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	3d	2:55am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Washington on January 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 21h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	8:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 10h	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	6:45am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 20h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	3d	2:55am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Washington on January 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:35am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 18h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	8:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 10h	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	6:45am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 19h	4:50pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	3d	2:55am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Washington on January 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:05pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 16h	10:20am	Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 10h	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	6:45am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 20h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	3d	2:55am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Washington on January 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 21h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	8:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 10h	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	6:45am	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:35am	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 17h	5:35am	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	3d	2:55am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Washington on January 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:10am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 19h	5:35am	Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 10h	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	6:45am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 20h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	3d	2:55am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Washington on January 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	3:05pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 16h	10:20am	Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 10h	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	6:45am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 20h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	3d	2:55am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:54 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 2 days, 20 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day

2d 20hAverage Duration

2303 milesDistance

93kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$124 - $885	Average Duration2d 20h	CO₂ emissions 93kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$227 - $3,025	Average Duration2d 22h	CO₂ emissions 336kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Washington?

Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
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C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
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F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
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Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
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E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
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F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,500 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/512,038 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Los Angeles, US to Washington, DC, US by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Los Angeles to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Washington start from $124. The average price for this route is around $265. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Los Angeles to Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Los Angeles to Washington is 2d 20h, covering a distance of 2303 miles (3714 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Los Angeles to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 31 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Los Angeles to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Washington at 12:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Washington?
A bus trip from Los Angeles to Washington generates an estimated 93 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Los Angeles to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Los Angeles to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Los Angeles to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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

$221

01/12

$221

Today

$224

01/14

$206

01/15

$222

01/16

$223

01/17

$222

01/18

$222

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 14, 2026 with a price of $206

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 $206 to $425 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 $206 which is on 2026-01-14.