Bus Washington, DC to Los Angeles: Compare prices and save money

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

$189

Thursday

$196

Friday

$150

Saturday

Sunday

Monday

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	62h 0m	5:50 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	4:50 PM	Los Angeles	North Hollywood	Economy	$189	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 3/25/2026 5:50:00 AM to North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 3/27/2026 4:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $189 per person are available. Travel duration is 62h 0m
FlixBus	69h 5m	10:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	4:50 PM	Los Angeles	North Hollywood	Economy	$189	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 3/25/2026 10:45:00 PM to North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 3/28/2026 4:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $189 per person are available. Travel duration is 69h 5m
Greyhound US	64h 10m	10:55 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	12:05 AM	Los Angeles	North Hollywood	Economy	$194	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 3/25/2026 10:55:00 AM to North Hollywood, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 3/28/2026 12:05:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $194 per person are available. Travel duration is 64h 10m
Greyhound US	60h 30m	5:50 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	3:20 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	Economy	$239	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 3/25/2026 5:50:00 AM to Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 3/27/2026 3:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $239 per person are available. Travel duration is 60h 30m
FlixBus	67h 35m	10:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	3:20 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	Economy	$270	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 3/25/2026 10:45:00 PM to Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 3/28/2026 3:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $270 per person are available. Travel duration is 67h 35m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	60h 40m	5:50 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	3:30 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	Economy	$196	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 3/26/2026 5:50:00 AM to Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 3/28/2026 3:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $196 per person are available. Travel duration is 60h 40m
Greyhound US	60h 30m	5:50 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	3:20 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	Economy	$196	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 3/26/2026 5:50:00 AM to Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 3/28/2026 3:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $196 per person are available. Travel duration is 60h 30m
Greyhound US	62h 35m	10:55 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	10:30 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	Economy	$196	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 3/26/2026 10:55:00 AM to Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 3/28/2026 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $196 per person are available. Travel duration is 62h 35m
FlixBus	67h 35m	10:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	3:20 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	Economy	$255	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 3/26/2026 10:45:00 PM to Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 3/29/2026 3:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $255 per person are available. Travel duration is 67h 35m
FlixBus	67h 45m	10:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	3:30 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	Economy	$255	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 3/26/2026 10:45:00 PM to Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 3/29/2026 3:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $255 per person are available. Travel duration is 67h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	67h 35m	10:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	3:20 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	Economy	$150	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 3/27/2026 10:45:00 PM to Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 3/30/2026 3:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $150 per person are available. Travel duration is 67h 35m
FlixBus	67h 45m	10:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	3:30 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	Economy	$150	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 3/27/2026 10:45:00 PM to Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 3/30/2026 3:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $150 per person are available. Travel duration is 67h 45m
FlixBus	80h 15m	10:05 AM	Washington, DC	Dupont Circle Station	3:20 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	Economy	$152	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Dupont Circle Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 3/27/2026 10:05:00 AM to Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 3/30/2026 3:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $152 per person are available. Travel duration is 80h 15m
Greyhound US	60h 30m	5:50 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	3:20 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	Economy	$156	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 3/27/2026 5:50:00 AM to Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 3/29/2026 3:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $156 per person are available. Travel duration is 60h 30m
Greyhound US	60h 40m	5:50 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	3:30 PM	Los Angeles	Union Station	Economy	$156	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 3/27/2026 5:50:00 AM to Union Station, Los Angeles (USA) arriving at 3/29/2026 3:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $156 per person are available. Travel duration is 60h 40m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Washington, DC to Los Angeles is $128 on 4/7/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

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.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 9 daily buses from Washington, DC to Los Angeles. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Washington, DC and Los Angeles.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 7 buses from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Washington, DC and Los Angeles, with 3 offers.

Facts about the bus from Washington, DC to Los Angeles

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 7 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 $128!

Cheapest Bus	$128
Fastest Bus	55h 50m
Earliest Bus	5:50 AM
Latest Bus	10:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes	7 Ø
Distance	2,295.9 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Washington, DC to Los Angeles

Every day, 7 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 03/24/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 03/22

Monday 03/23

Tuesday 03/24

Wednesday 03/25

$239

Thursday 03/26

$196

Friday 03/27

$150

Saturday 03/28

Sunday 03/29

Monday 03/30

Tuesday 03/31

$168

Wednesday 04/01

$189

Thursday 04/02

$174

Friday 04/03

Saturday 04/04

$177

Sunday 04/05

$150

Monday 04/06

$164

Tuesday 04/07

$128

Wednesday 04/08

$158

Thursday 04/09

Friday 04/10

$155

Saturday 04/11

$157

Sunday 04/12

$164

Monday 04/13

$160

Tuesday 04/14

$173

Wednesday 04/15

$148

Thursday 04/16

Friday 04/17

$137

Saturday 04/18

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 $137, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Washington, DC to Los Angeles. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $174.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, with $128. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $159.

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.

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.

Union Station

Massachusetts Avenue Northeast 50

Dupont Circle Station

20th St. NW 1525

Armory Metro

19th St SE

Metro Center

11th St NW 663

L'Enfant Plaza outside McDonald's

C Street SW DC 400 C Street SW, Washington, DC 400

Downtown Bus Station

N Main St 512

Las Casas

Main Street 94

Tufesa

Maple Ave 611

Union Station

Ramirez Street 401-479

Amtrak

Alameda Street 738-788

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Washington, DC to Los Angeles? Compare all modes of transports from Washington, DC to 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 $128 and takes 64h 35m 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 $128 and $270. 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 7 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 55h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $159. 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.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Washington, DC to Los Angeles?

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Washington, DC and to Los Angeles

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Washington, DC and to Los Angeles. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!