Hotels
|
Train
Bus
Flight

Find a bus from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA
  • Transport
  • Car rental
1 Passenger
From To Date Return date (optional)

Search accommodation

These train, bus and flight companies trust us

Find the cheapest ticket for your trip

TODAY
TOMORROW
TUESDAY

Find cheap car hire in

Journey details

Best price $ 183.77
Journey duration 70 h 49 min
Connections per day 18
First departure 01:25
Last departure 22:10
Distance 2,294.1 mi

Your journey from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA with Virail

Do you know the best way to get from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA? No? Don't worry, Virail knows. Our search tool uses data from thousands of travel providers to show you all the available routes for your chosen travel dates. Whether you want to travel by train, bus, plane, or carpool, we can help. Filter your results to suit your personal needs: decide whether you want a one-way or round trip ticket, look for a direct journey or one with connections, and choose the time of day that you prefer to travel. Take a look at all the information and find the transport option that's right for you. When you've selected your ideal journey, Virail will transfer you to the website of your chosen travel provider, where you can complete your booking. Your adventure is waiting - let Virail help you today.

How much will I pay for bus tickets from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA?

On average, a bus ticket from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA will cost you $ 259.02. However, there may be cheaper alternatives available. Virail will show you the lowest prices available for your chosen travel dates, which could be as little as $ 137.86. If you are trying to stick to a budget, there are several ways you can seek out lower ticket prices. For example, if your travel dates are flexible, you might find that some days of the week are cheaper than others. Traveling during peak season will usually cost more, so avoid that if you want to save money. Even the time of day can affect the price of tickets sometimes. You can also look for an indirect route, which may be cheaper than a direct connection. Often, the cheapest bus tickets can be found by booking well in advance. However, be mindful that many companies do not offer refunds or exchanges on their cheapest tickets.

Ticket price - every day

Today Tomorrow In 2 days In 3 days In 4 days In 5 days In 6 days
More $ 197 $ 197 More More More More
More $ 192.41 $ 191.42 More More More More
More $ 74.98 $ 74.98 More More More More

Buses from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA

Greyhound Greyhound 17:25 – 09:20 Greyhound Station – Downtown Greyhound Station $ 231.64 66 h 55 min Direct
Greyhound Greyhound 09:20 – 13:10 Springfield - Franconia – Union Station $ 241.54 78 h 50 min Direct
Greyhound Greyhound 09:20 – 06:25 Springfield - Franconia – North Hollywood Greyhound Station $ 241.54 72 h 5 min Direct
Greyhound Greyhound 08:50 – 05:00 Union Station – Downtown Greyhound Station $ 248.47 71 h 10 min Direct
Greyhound Greyhound 14:10 – 14:10 Springfield - Franconia – North Hollywood Greyhound Station $ 256.39 75 h Direct
Greyhound Greyhound 17:25 – 14:10 Greyhound Station – North Hollywood Greyhound Station $ 256.39 71 h 45 min Direct
Greyhound Greyhound 05:20 – 22:05 Union Station – Downtown Greyhound Station $ 260.35 67 h 45 min Direct

How long is the journey from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA by bus?

The journey from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA covers a distance of 2,294.1 mi. On average, you can expect your journey to last roughly 71 h 13 min. However, booking the fastest option will see you reach your destination in approximately 59 h 45 min. For faster journeys, look for express routes. Please remember that these may only depart at certain times of day, or on particular days of the week. You may also find that you can go from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA faster by making connections, rather than taking a direct route.

At what time of the day can I travel from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA?

The first daily departure from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA leaves at 19:50, while the last journey of the day sets out at 22:10. These are according to the standard schedules for the route between Washington, DC and Los Angeles, CA. However, different providers' timetables can vary from day to day or month to month, so these particular departures may not be available every day. Some providers may change their schedules on public holidays and weekends, or during the summer months. Check your travel dates when making your booking.

How many daily journeys are there from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA?

The route from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA is served by providers including Greyhound. From this list of transport providers, there are up to 52 departures each day. However, this exact number will vary. On average, journeys depart from Washington, DC 18.5 times per day. This number includes all the transport providers that serve the route. When traveling from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA, you may choose to use an indirect route, involving connections. If you prefer not to do this, you will find an average of 18.5 direct journeys each day. However, indirect routes open up more possibilities for flexible travelers. On average, there are 0 journeys with one change or more each day. These numbers are all averages. They can slightly vary depending on the day of the week, the season of the year, local festivals, and other factors.