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18/02/2026
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Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC by bus

The journey from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC by bus is 3,696.29 km and takes 71 hrs 8 mins. There are 36 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:25 am and the last at 11:30 pm. It is possible to travel from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC by bus for as little as RM 506.85 or as much as RM 2,638.80. The best price for this journey is RM 506.85.

Lowest Price RM 506.85
Journey Duration 71 hrs 8 mins
Connection per Day 36
Lowest Price RM 506.85
Highest Price RM 2,638.80
First Departure 12:25 am
Last Departure 11:30 pm
Distance 3,696.29 km
Departure Los Angeles, CA
Arrival Washington, DC
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around RM 563.44 to RM 1,778.78 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 68% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC

The cheapest Los Angeles, CA - Washington, DC bus tickets can be found for as low as RM 660.34 if you’re lucky, or RM 1,107.43 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as RM 1,364.37.

Find the best day to travel to Washington, DC by bus

When travelling to Washington, DC by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixBus and Greyhound from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC
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Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
258.74kg
Bus
277.22kg
Flight
739.26kg
Car
591.41kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC?
A bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC is RM 1,303.28. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as RM 506.85.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC is RM 506.85. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Los Angeles, CA and Washington, DC by bus?
Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC is 3,696.29 km.
How long does the bus between Los Angeles, CA and Washington, DC take?
Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC is on average 71 hrs 8 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 58 hrs 50 mins.
Which companies operate from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC?
The bus journey from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus and Greyhound.
How many bus connections per day go from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC?
Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC has 36 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC leave?
The earliest bus from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC departs at 12:25 am. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC depart?
The latest bus from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC departs at 11:30 pm. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is RM 506.85 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Los Angeles, CA and Washington, DC is 58 hrs 50 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Los Angeles, CA and Washington, DC.
What are the CO2 emissions for Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC by bus?
The bus journey from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC creates 277.22kg of CO2 emissions.