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

The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Washington start at R 1 853. The average price for this route is around R 3 703. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to Washington is 2d 21h, covering a distance of 3691 km. The fastest bus gets 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 30 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 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

A bus trip from Los Angeles to Washington produces an estimated 92 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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 87518 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 offers the most punctual service from Los Angeles to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 R 2 426 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 31 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:35	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 18h	07:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 10h	10:20	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	06:45	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 20h	12:20	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	3d	02:55	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 1 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 19h	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 10h	10:20	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	06:45	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:35	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 17h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 23h	02:25	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 2 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	16:55	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 22h	18:25	Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 10h	10:20	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	06:45	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 20h	12:20	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 23h	02:25	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 3 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 19h	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 10h	10:20	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	06:45	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 20h	12:20	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 23h	02:25	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 4 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 19h	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 10h	10:20	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	06:45	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 20h	12:20	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 23h	02:25	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 5 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 16h	10:20	Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 10h	10:20	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	06:45	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 20h	12:20	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 23h	02:25	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 6 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:05	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 16h	10:20	Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 10h	10:20	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:55	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	06:45	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 19h	16:50	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	23:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 23h	02:25	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 1 853, 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 1 853 - R 9 927	Average duration2d 21h	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 682 - R 47 677	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
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
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA

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
Visit page
D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

FlixBus

3.5/512 163 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

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

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 bus ticket from Los Angeles to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Washington start at R 1 853. The average price for this route is around R 3 703. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Los Angeles to Washington?
The average bus journey time from Los Angeles to Washington is 2d 21h, covering a distance of 3691 km. The fastest bus gets 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 30 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 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Los Angeles to Washington?
A bus trip from Los Angeles to Washington produces an estimated 92 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 87518 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 offers the most punctual service from Los Angeles to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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

27/01

R 3 635

28/01

R 3 684

Today

R 3 716

30/01

R 3 927

31/01

R 3 692

01/02

R 3 708

02/02

R 3 173

03/02

R 3 692

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 3 173

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 3 173 to R 9 965 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 3 173, which is on 2026-02-02.