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

The cheapest bus tickets from Los Angeles to Washington start from $171. The average price for this route is around $302. 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 travel time from Los Angeles to Washington is 2d 23h, covering a distance of 3686 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 37 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Washington at 12:25am. 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 92 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended 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 87387 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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 $155 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Washington on November 30
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 19h	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
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:20pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	2d 18h	10:20am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Washington on December 2
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	2d 18h	3:25pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	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
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 19h	4:20pm	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Washington on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 10h	10:20am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	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
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 18h	3:25pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	8:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Washington on December 4
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 19h	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
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:00pm	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 18h	3:25pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:08 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 a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 2 days, 23 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $171, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

37bus per day

2d 23hAverage Duration

3686 kmDistance

92kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$171 - $1,086	Average Duration2d 23h	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$326 - $4,041	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
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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B
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, 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
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

3.5/587,408 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,476 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling 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 $171. The average price for this route is around $302. 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 travel time from Los Angeles to Washington is 2d 23h, covering a distance of 3686 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 37 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Los Angeles to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Los Angeles to Washington at 12:25am. 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 92 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended 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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Los Angeles to Washington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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

11-27

$421

11-28

$624

Today

$538

11-30

$317

12-01

$215

12-02

$310

12-03

$261

12-04

$317

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $215

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 $215 to $1,186 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 $215 which is on 2025-12-01.