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Compare all timetables for the bus from Washington, DC to Los Angeles

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Washington, DC to Los Angeles from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.
today
tomorrow
$163
Monday
$170
Tuesday
$149
Wednesday
$180
Thursday
Friday
$216

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 67h 35m 10:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 3:20 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $163
FlixBus 67h 45m 10:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 3:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $163
FlixBus 60h 0m 1:30 PM Washington, DC Union Station 10:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $165
Greyhound US 60h 30m 5:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 3:20 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $185
Greyhound US 60h 40m 5:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 3:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $185
  • Did you know that if you travel from Washington, DC to Los Angeles via Silver Spring, MD, you can save more than $20? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      65h 40m
      0
      5:35 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      6:20 PM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Greyhound US
      64h 45m
      0
      6:30 PM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      8:15 AM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $139
    Travel time is 8h 40m longer, but you will save $20

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 62h 0m 5:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 4:50 PM Los Angeles North Hollywood  Economy $170
FlixBus 69h 5m 10:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 4:50 PM Los Angeles North Hollywood  Economy $170
FlixBus 61h 40m 1:30 PM Washington, DC Union Station 12:10 AM Los Angeles North Hollywood  Economy $172
  • Did you know that if you travel from Washington, DC to Los Angeles via Silver Spring, MD, you can save more than $27? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      65h 40m
      0
      5:35 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      6:20 PM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Greyhound US
      64h 45m
      0
      6:30 PM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      8:15 AM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $139
    Travel time is 7h 0m longer, but you will save $27

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 60h 30m 5:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 3:20 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $149
Greyhound US 60h 40m 5:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 3:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $149
Greyhound US 62h 35m 10:55 AM Washington, DC Union Station 10:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $152
FlixBus 68h 25m 3:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 9:10 AM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $173
FlixBus 67h 35m 10:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 3:20 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $174

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 60h 30m 5:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 3:20 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $180
Greyhound US 60h 40m 5:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 3:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $180
FlixBus 60h 10m 1:20 PM Washington, DC Union Station 10:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $187
FlixBus 67h 35m 10:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 3:20 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $191
FlixBus 67h 45m 10:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 3:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $191
  • Did you know that if you travel from Washington, DC to Los Angeles via Silver Spring, MD, you can save more than $37? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      65h 40m
      0
      5:35 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      6:20 PM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Greyhound US
      64h 45m
      0
      6:30 PM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      8:15 AM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $139
    Travel time is 8h 30m longer, but you will save $37

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 60h 0m 1:30 PM Washington, DC Union Station 10:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $216
FlixBus 67h 35m 10:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 3:20 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $220
FlixBus 67h 45m 10:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 3:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $220
Greyhound US 60h 30m 5:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 3:20 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $226
Greyhound US 60h 40m 5:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 3:30 PM Los Angeles Union Station  Economy $226
  • Did you know that if you travel from Washington, DC to Los Angeles via Silver Spring, MD, you can save more than $58? You will find the corresponding connections below.
    • Save more than 27%
      64h 45m
      Washington, DC
      6 mi
      6:30 PM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      8:15 AM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      0 mi
      Economy
      $158
  • Did you know that if you travel from Washington, DC to Los Angeles via Silver Spring, MD, you can save more than $73? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      65h 40m
      0
      5:35 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      6:20 PM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $4
      • Waiting Time 0h 10m
    • Greyhound US
      64h 45m
      0
      6:30 PM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      8:15 AM
      Los Angeles
      Union Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $139
    Travel time is 8h 40m longer, but you will save $73

Frequency of bus connections between Washington, DC and Los Angeles

See here how frequent the connections between Washington, DC and Los Angeles are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Washington, DC to Los Angeles. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Washington, DC and Los Angeles.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 11 buses from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Washington, DC and Los Angeles, with 5 offers.

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The cheapest bus for the 8/12/2026 costs just $132, from Greyhound US

Facts about the bus from Washington, DC to Los Angeles

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 6 times every day by bus from Washington, DC to Los Angeles in one click! Book your bus ticket from Washington, DC to Los Angeles starting from $132!

Cheapest Bus $132
Fastest Bus 57h 0m
Earliest Bus 5:50 AM
Latest Bus 10:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes 6 Ø
Distance 2,295.9 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Washington, DC to Los Angeles

Every day, 6 buses from 2 bus companies leave Washington, DC for Los Angeles: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/25/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/19
Monday 07/20
Tuesday 07/21
Wednesday 07/22
Thursday 07/23
Friday 07/24
Saturday 07/25
Sunday 07/26
$163
Monday 07/27
$170
Tuesday 07/28
$149
Wednesday 07/29
$180
Thursday 07/30
Friday 07/31
$216
Saturday 08/01
$190
Sunday 08/02
$170
Monday 08/03
$197
Tuesday 08/04
Wednesday 08/05
$183
Thursday 08/06
$187
Friday 08/07
Saturday 08/08
Sunday 08/09
$181
Monday 08/10
$173
Tuesday 08/11
$167
Wednesday 08/12
$132
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15

The cheapest time to travel from Washington, DC to Los Angeles

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $132, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Washington, DC to Los Angeles. Friday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $216.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, with $132. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $165.

How to save money travelling from Washington, DC to Los Angeles

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Washington, DC to Los Angeles in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Washington, DC to Los Angeles are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Washington, DC to Los Angeles

These are the most booked bus companies between Washington, DC to Los Angeles from our users.

Greyhound US from Washington, DC to Los Angeles

Greyhound US

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Washington, DC to Los Angeles:

Cheapest Price $149
Fastest Bus 57h 30m
Earliest Bus 5:50 AM
Last Bus 5:50 AM
Daily Connections 2 Ø
Found on 7/11/2026

FlixBus from Washington, DC to Los Angeles

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Washington, DC to Los Angeles:

Cheapest Price $163
Fastest Bus 57h 0m
Earliest Bus 10:05 AM
Last Bus 10:45 PM
Daily Connections 4 Ø
Found on 7/11/2026

All bus stations and stops in Washington, DC and Los Angeles

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Washington, DC and Los Angeles.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Washington, DC to Los Angeles

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Washington, DC to Los Angeles? Or which bus companies serve the route Washington, DC to Los Angeles? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Washington, DC to Los Angeles bus

How much does a Washington, DC Los Angeles bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $132 and takes 57h 30m to reach Los Angeles. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Washington, DC to Los Angeles?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $132 and $267. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Los Angeles.

On average, how many connections are available from Washington, DC to Los Angeles each day?

Every day, the Washington, DC to Los Angeles bus route is served by approximately 6 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Washington, DC to Los Angeles take?

The fastest bus from Washington, DC to Los Angeles is offered by FlixBus and takes 57h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $165. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Washington, DC to Los Angeles?

The earliest bus arriving in Los Angeles from Washington, DC starts at 5:50 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Washington, DC to Los Angeles?

The latest bus trip departing from Washington, DC for Los Angeles starts at 10:45 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Washington, DC Los Angeles route?

When traveling by bus from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Washington, DC and Los Angeles?

You can check all the direct connections between Washington, DC and Los Angeles by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Washington, DC to Los Angeles bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Washington, DC Los Angeles bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Washington, DC Los Angeles bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Washington, DC to Los Angeles on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Washington, DC to Los Angeles

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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