How much does a bus ticket from Los Angeles to Washington cost?

The bus ticket price from Los Angeles to Washington starts at R 2 014. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Los Angeles to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

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

The average travel time between Los Angeles and Washington is around 2d 23h, although the fastest bus will take about 2d 10h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3697 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Los Angeles and Washington?

The number of buses from Los Angeles to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 43 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Los Angeles to Washington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Los Angeles to Washington?

When taking the bus from Los Angeles to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Los Angeles to Washington?

Buses travelling between Los Angeles and Washington leave from UCLA or Ramirez Street bus stop and arrive at Union Station, Dupont Circle, Metro Center Station.

Bus Los Angeles to Washington from R 1 888 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 12 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 10h	10:20	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 18h	15:25	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 19h	16:20	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	No tags
	Bus	16:55	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 22h	18:25	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	3d 4h	01:40	Dupont Circle	No tags

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 17 November
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
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 19h	16:50	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	20:30	Los Angeles Union Station	2d 14h	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:00	Los Angeles Union Station	3d 4h	01:40	Dupont Circle	No tags
	Bus	07:10	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	2d 19h	05:45	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 6:59 AM PST.

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, 23 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 014, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

43bus per day

2d 23hAverage duration

3689 kmDistance

92kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 014 - R 10 157	Average duration2d 23h	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 986 - R 38 787	Average duration2d 22h	CO₂ emissions 336kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 370 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 288 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Where are the popular stops in Los Angeles and Washington?

Stops in Los Angeles

A - UCLA

B - Ramirez Street bus stop

C - 613 Maple Ave

D - Los Angeles International Airport

E - Downtown Westin Bonaventure

F - LAX Airport Holiday Inn

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

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

How much does a bus ticket from Los Angeles to Washington cost?
The bus ticket price from Los Angeles to Washington starts at R 2 014. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Los Angeles to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Los Angeles to Washington?
The average travel time between Los Angeles and Washington is around 2d 23h, although the fastest bus will take about 2d 10h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3697 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Los Angeles and Washington?
The number of buses from Los Angeles to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 43 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Los Angeles to Washington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Los Angeles to Washington?
When taking the bus from Los Angeles to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Los Angeles to Washington?
Buses travelling between Los Angeles and Washington leave from UCLA or Ramirez Street bus stop and arrive at Union Station, Dupont Circle, Metro Center Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/11

R 4 919

11/11

R 4 093

Today

R 2 863

13/11

R 3 540

14/11

R 3 443

15/11

R 2 494

16/11

R 2 503

17/11

R 3 206

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 494

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 2 494 to R 10 136 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 2 494, which is on 2025-11-15.