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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot) | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Los Angeles Union Station | Union Station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Los Angeles Union Station | Union Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Los Angeles Union Station | Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Los Angeles Union Station | Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles to Washington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 2 days, 19 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 086, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Washington?
Stops in Los Angeles
- A571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
- B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - C613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
- 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
- A6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
- B1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
- C663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
- 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
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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 2 086. The average price for this route is around R 4 955. 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 19h, covering a distance of 3702 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?
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 93 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 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 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.
The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 09 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 745To 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 3 745 to R 9 288 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 3 745, which is on 2026-01-09.
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
