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What is the best way to travel from Washington, DC to Los Angeles?

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Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
60h 0m
$145
$168
11
Flight
5h 46m
$112
$246
55

What is the cheapest way to reach Los Angeles from Washington, DC?

You can get to Los Angeles with just $112 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Tuesday
from $116
Wednesday
Thursday
from $170
Friday
from $151
Saturday
from $112
Sunday
Monday
from $118

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Frontier Airlines
    26h 11m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    1:11 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $116
  • Alaska Airlines
    5h 57m
    0
    9:59 AM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    12:56 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $284
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    5h 57m
    0
    9:59 AM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    12:56 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $293
  • Spirit Airlines
    24h 54m
    0
    8:08 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    6:02 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $329
  • United Airlines
    5h 46m
    0
    3:19 PM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    6:05 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $340
  • Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    69h 40m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    4:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $145
  • Greyhound US
    64h 10m
    0
    10:55 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    12:05 AM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $150
  • Greyhound US
    67h 50m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    3:00 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $171
  • Greyhound US
    67h 40m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    2:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $171
  • Greyhound US
    62h 35m
    0
    10:55 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    10:30 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $174

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    62h 0m
    0
    5:50 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    4:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $170
  • FlixBus
    69h 5m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    4:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $170
  • Greyhound US
    64h 10m
    0
    10:55 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    12:05 AM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $172

    Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Frontier Airlines
    26h 44m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    1:44 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $151
  • Spirit Airlines
    12h 56m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    10:56 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $185
  • Alaska Airlines
    9h 46m
    0
    5:09 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    11:55 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $273
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    9h 46m
    0
    5:09 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    11:55 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $278
  • United Airlines
    5h 54m
    0
    12:40 PM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    3:34 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $284
  • Cheapest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    62h 0m
    0
    5:50 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    4:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $164
  • FlixBus
    69h 5m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    4:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $164
  • FlixBus
    61h 30m
    0
    1:35 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    12:05 AM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $165
  • FlixBus
    81h 45m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Washington, DC
    Dupont Circle Station
    4:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $167
  • Greyhound US
    60h 0m
    0
    5:50 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    2:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $191

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Frontier Airlines
    8h 31m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    11:31 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $112
  • Spirit Airlines
    16h 30m
    0
    9:26 AM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    10:56 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $186
  • Alaska Airlines
    10h 42m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    3:42 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $271
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    10h 42m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    3:42 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $280
  • United Airlines
    6h 0m
    0
    8:25 AM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    11:25 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $334

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Frontier Airlines
    26h 11m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    1:11 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $118
  • Spirit Airlines
    19h 36m
    0
    6:20 AM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    10:56 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $199
  • Alaska Airlines
    9h 46m
    0
    5:09 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    11:55 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $275
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    9h 46m
    0
    5:09 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    11:55 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $279
  • United Airlines
    6h 0m
    0
    8:25 AM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    11:25 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $335
  • Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    69h 40m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    4:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $168
  • Greyhound US
    62h 0m
    0
    5:50 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    4:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $170
  • FlixBus
    61h 30m
    0
    1:35 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    12:05 AM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $172

What are the fastest trips from Washington, DC to Los Angeles?

You can get to Los Angeles from Washington, DC in just 5h 46m with a Flight from United Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Tuesday
from 5h 46m
Wednesday
Thursday
from 62h 0m
Friday
from 5h 54m
Saturday
from 6h 0m
Sunday
Monday
from 6h 0m

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • United Airlines
    5h 46m
    0
    3:19 PM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    6:05 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $340
  • Alaska Airlines
    5h 57m
    0
    9:59 AM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    12:56 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $284
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    5h 57m
    0
    9:59 AM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    12:56 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $293
  • Spirit Airlines
    24h 54m
    0
    8:08 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    6:02 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $329
  • Frontier Airlines
    26h 11m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    1:11 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $116
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    62h 35m
    0
    10:55 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    10:30 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $174
  • Greyhound US
    64h 10m
    0
    10:55 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    12:05 AM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $150
  • Greyhound US
    67h 40m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    2:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $171
  • Greyhound US
    67h 50m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    3:00 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $171
  • Greyhound US
    69h 40m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    4:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $145

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    62h 0m
    0
    5:50 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    4:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $170
  • Greyhound US
    64h 10m
    0
    10:55 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    12:05 AM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $172
  • FlixBus
    69h 5m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    4:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $170

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • United Airlines
    5h 54m
    0
    12:40 PM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    3:34 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $284
  • Alaska Airlines
    9h 46m
    0
    5:09 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    11:55 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $273
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    9h 46m
    0
    5:09 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    11:55 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $278
  • Spirit Airlines
    12h 56m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    10:56 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $185
  • Frontier Airlines
    26h 44m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    1:44 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $151
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    60h 0m
    0
    5:50 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    2:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $191
  • FlixBus
    61h 30m
    0
    1:35 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    12:05 AM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $165
  • Greyhound US
    62h 0m
    0
    5:50 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    4:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $164
  • FlixBus
    69h 5m
    0
    10:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    4:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $164
  • FlixBus
    81h 45m
    0
    10:05 AM
    Washington, DC
    Dupont Circle Station
    4:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $167

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • United Airlines
    6h 0m
    0
    8:25 AM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    11:25 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $334
  • Frontier Airlines
    8h 31m
    0
    6:00 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    11:31 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $112
  • Alaska Airlines
    10h 42m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    3:42 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $271
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    10h 42m
    0
    8:00 AM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    3:42 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $280
  • Spirit Airlines
    16h 30m
    0
    9:26 AM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    10:56 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $186

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • United Airlines
    6h 0m
    0
    8:25 AM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    11:25 AM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $335
  • Alaska Airlines
    9h 46m
    0
    5:09 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    11:55 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from $275
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    9h 46m
    0
    5:09 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    11:55 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from $279
  • Spirit Airlines
    19h 36m
    0
    6:20 AM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    10:56 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $199
  • Frontier Airlines
    26h 11m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    1:11 PM
    Los Angeles Airport
    Los Angeles Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $118
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • FlixBus
    61h 30m
    0
    1:35 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    12:05 AM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $172
  • Greyhound US
    62h 0m
    0
    5:50 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    4:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $170
  • Greyhound US
    69h 40m
    0
    10:10 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    4:50 PM
    Los Angeles
    North Hollywood
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $168
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Washington, DC to Los Angeles

What are the most popular stations in Washington, DC and Los Angeles?

In Washington, DC, you will usually depart from Union Station, Renaissance Washington DC Downtown or Armory Metro, while in Los Angeles you will be arriving at Los Angeles E Olympic Bus Stop, Tufesa or Olympic Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Los Angeles from Washington, DC? With 7 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Washington, DC and Los Angeles, you can pay as low as $112 with a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from United Airlines: you will get to Los Angeles in just 5h 46m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Washington, DC and Los Angeles are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Frontier Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Washington, DC and Los Angeles is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Ronald Reagan Washington Airport or to East Los Angeles, CA, and look at flights from Ronald Reagan Washington Airport, and landing at Los Angeles Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Washington, DC to Los Angeles?

The most popular companies between Washington, DC and Los Angeles, are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Frontier Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US and FlixBus

Airlines: Frontier Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and 2 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Washington, DC to Los Angeles

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Washington, DC to Los Angeles. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Washington, DC to Los Angeles

How can I reach Los Angeles from Washington, DC?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Los Angeles from Washington, DC.

How far is Los Angeles from Washington, DC?

The distance between Washington, DC and Los Angeles is 2,295.9 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Washington, DC and Los Angeles?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 100 kgs of CO2, a train 129 kgs, a car 628 kgs, and a flight 909 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Washington, DC to Los Angeles?

You can get to Los Angeles with just $112 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington, DC to Los Angeles?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Los Angeles in just 5h 46m with a Flight from United Airlines.

More routes to Washington, DC and to Los Angeles

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Washington, DC and to Los Angeles. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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