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

The average train ticket price from Los Angeles to Washington is R 7 155. The best way to find cheap train 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 train trip from Los Angeles to Washington?

A train trip between Los Angeles and Washington is around 2d 22h, although the fastest train will take about 2d 16h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3697 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily train are there between Los Angeles and Washington?

The number of trains from Los Angeles to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Los Angeles to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Los Angeles to Washington?

When taking the train from Los Angeles to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Los Angeles to Washington?

Trains travelling between Los Angeles and Washington leave from Ramirez Street bus stop or UCLA and arrive at Union Station.

Train Los Angeles to Washington from R 3 823 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 12 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
22:00	Union Station	3d 12h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
22:00	Union Station	3d 12h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
22:00	Union Station	3d 12h	13:47	Union Station	No tags
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22:00	Union Station	3d 17h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
19:13	Union Station	3d 14h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
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Next departures from Los Angeles to Washington on 17 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
17:19	Union Station	2d 16h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
17:19	Union Station	2d 16h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 22h	18:25	Union Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 22h	18:25	Union Station	No tags
17:19	Union Station	2d 22h	18:25	Union Station	No tags
19:13	Union Station	3d 14h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
19:13	Union Station	3d 14h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
19:13	Union Station	3d 14h	13:10	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 2 011, 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 2 011 - R 10 139	Average duration2d 23h	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 978 - R 38 718	Average duration2d 22h	CO₂ emissions 336kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 582 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5582 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 3 978

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Los Angeles, US and Washington, DC, US?

Stops in Los Angeles, US

A - Ramirez Street bus stop

B - UCLA

Stops in Washington, DC, US

A - Union Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Los Angeles, US - Washington, DC, US

How much does a cheap train ticket from Los Angeles to Washington cost?
The average train ticket price from Los Angeles to Washington is R 7 155. The best way to find cheap train 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 train trip from Los Angeles to Washington?
A train trip between Los Angeles and Washington is around 2d 22h, although the fastest train will take about 2d 16h. This is the time it takes to travel the 3697 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily train are there between Los Angeles and Washington?
The number of trains from Los Angeles to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Los Angeles to Washington by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Los Angeles to Washington?
When taking the train from Los Angeles to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Los Angeles to Washington?
Trains travelling between Los Angeles and Washington leave from Ramirez Street bus stop or UCLA and arrive at Union Station.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/11

R 7 015

11/11

R 7 874

Today

R 7 015

13/11

R 4 507

14/11

R 4 350

15/11

R 4 034

16/11

R 4 507

17/11

R 6 279

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of R 4 034

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Los Angeles, US to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 4 034 to R 47 735 for a train 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 4 034, which is on 2025-11-15.