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

The average train ticket price from Los Angeles to Washington is $416. The best way to find 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 2292 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains 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 have layovers. 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 traveling between Los Angeles and Washington leave from Ramirez Street bus stop or UCLA and arrive at Union Station.

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Once in Washington, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Arlington National Cemetery, Washington National Cathedral, National Gallery of Art, National Museum of American History, United States Capitol.

Train Los Angeles to Washington from $218 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Los Angeles to Washington on September 30
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:19pm	Union Station	2d 16h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
5:19pm	Union Station	2d 16h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	2d 22h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	2d 22h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	2d 22h	6:25pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Washington on October 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:00pm	Union Station	3d 12h	1:10pm	Union Station	Cheapest
5:19pm	Union Station	2d 16h	1:10pm	Union Station	Fastest
5:19pm	Union Station	2d 16h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
10:00pm	Union Station	3d 12h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
10:00pm	Union Station	3d 12h	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Washington on October 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:19pm	Union Station	2d 16h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
5:19pm	Union Station	2d 16h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	2d 22h	6:27pm	Union Station	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	2d 22h	6:27pm	Union Station	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	2d 22h	6:27pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Los Angeles to Washington on October 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:19pm	Union Station	2d 16h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
5:19pm	Union Station	2d 16h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	2d 22h	6:27pm	Union Station	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	2d 22h	6:27pm	Union Station	No tags
5:19pm	Union Station	2d 22h	6:27pm	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Los Angeles to Washington.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$122 - $828	Average Duration3d 4h	CO₂ emissions 92kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$240 - $709	Average Duration2d 22h	CO₂ emissions 336kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Los Angeles to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 days, 4 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $122, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

34bus per day

3d 4hAverage Duration

$122Cheapest ticket

92kgCO₂ emissions

Train Los Angeles, US to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$416

Average train trip duration2d 22h

Number of daily trains3

Earliest train departure5:19pm

Distance2291 miles (3694 km)

Latest train departure10:00pm

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,493 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5493 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $240

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Brightline

Los Angeles to Washington Train

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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 for your trip Los Angeles, US - Washington, DC, US

How much does a train ticket from Los Angeles to Washington cost?
How long is the train trip from Los Angeles to Washington?
How many daily trains are there between Los Angeles and Washington?
Which train companies travel from Los Angeles to Washington?
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Los Angeles to Washington?
What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

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

Best price found

09/27

$429

09/28

$429

Today

$429

09/30

$543

10/01

$267

10/02

No data

10/03

$400

10/04

$400

The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Oct 1, 2025 with a price of $267

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 $267 to $3,183 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 $267 which is on 2025-10-01.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Los Angeles and Washington is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Washington.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Washington you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Los Angeles and Washington, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized train travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Los Angeles to Washington.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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Trains tickets from Los Angeles, US to Washington, DC, US

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Train Los Angeles, US to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

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

Frequently asked questions for your trip Los Angeles, US - Washington, DC, US

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

How long is the train trip from Los Angeles to Washington?

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

Which train companies travel from Los Angeles to Washington?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

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