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Military Aviation Museum
Large aviation museum displaying restored World War I and World War II aircraft, with one of the country's best historic flying collections.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Los Angeles, CA to Virginia Beach, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $247. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $247, and a train costs an average of $551.
Distance: 2367 miles (3810 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$348 Average price Cheapest | $1715 Average price | $506 Average price | $542 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
69h 35m Average total duration 69h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 67h 12m Average total duration 66h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 24m Average total duration Fastest 8h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 39h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Los Angeles, CA to Virginia Beach, VA:
A bus is $158 (€129) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Los Angeles, CA to Virginia Beach, VA costing on average $506 (€414).
A bus is $1367 (€1118) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Los Angeles, CA to Virginia Beach, VA costing on average $1715 (€1403).
Other travel options to Virginia Beach, VA take longer:
Train takes on average 66h 42m.
Bus takes on average 69h 5m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 73h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $367 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 89h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $307 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 73h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $735 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 75h35 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $313 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 74h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $428 |
The table below shows live departures for Los Angeles, CA to Virginia Beach, VA buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 7:55 PM Los Angeles, CA | 75h35 | 11:30 PM Virginia Beach, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Los Angeles, CA to Virginia Beach, VA run on average 5 times per day, taking around 69h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $247 (€202) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 2367 miles (3810 km) distance in 73h 20m.
Distance 2367 miles (3810 km) |
Average bus duration 69h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $247 (€202) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 73h 20m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Large aviation museum displaying restored World War I and World War II aircraft, with one of the country's best historic flying collections.
Contemporary art museum with rotating exhibitions, education programs, and a strong local cultural role near the Oceanfront.
Seasonal museum in a historic Coast Guard station telling the story of shipwreck rescue, surfing, and life-saving services on the coast.
Three-mile oceanfront promenade lined with public art, beach access, events, and classic coastal energy; the city's essential walking area.
Major coastal park with beaches, forested trails, cypress swamp scenery, and strong historical significance tied to early English landing narratives.
Protected coastal refuge with trails, marshes, dunes, and birdwatching opportunities, popular with nature photographers and locals.
Pan-seared cakes made with sweet local blue crab and minimal filler. A Tidewater staple that highlights the region’s seafood heritage.
A rich coastal soup made with crab meat, crab roe, cream, and sherry. Popular across Hampton Roads and closely associated with the local seafood tradition.
Fresh oysters from nearby Virginia waters, often served raw, roasted, or grilled. They are a signature local delicacy tied to the state’s oyster-growing regions.
Well-regarded casual seafood spot praised for refined plates, fresh fish, and a polished but relaxed neighborhood feel.
A well-known casual breakfast and lunch venue in a converted beach cottage, loved for Southern comfort food and local character.
A long-running cottage restaurant near the oceanfront known for fresh local seafood, crab cakes, and a cozy coastal atmosphere.
Moderate by U.S. beach-city standards. Hotels rise in summer, but casual dining and everyday transport stay fairly reasonable.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Tip bartenders USD 1-2 per drink, taxis 10-15%, hotel staff a few USD, and round up for cafés.
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Most Los Angeles, CA to Virginia Beach, VA buses use the Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) to Virginia Beach, Virginia Beach Blvd (Circle D Food Mart) station pair. Use this guide to compare Los Angeles, CA and Virginia Beach, VA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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