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The Getty Center
Hilltop art museum with European paintings, sculpture, gardens, and striking architecture plus sweeping city views.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rockville, MD to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €263 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 61h 36m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €263, while a bus costs an average of €263.
Distance: 2286 miles (3680 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€263 Average price Cheapest | €436 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
61h 36m Average total duration Fastest 61h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 38h 41m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rockville, MD to Los Angeles, CA:
A bus is €136 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rockville, MD to Los Angeles, CA costing on average €399.
Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:
Bus takes on average 61h 6m.
Tickets start at around €263 compared to roughly €436 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €173. The journey takes 61h 6m versus 38h 41m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 67h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €507 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 72h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €416 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 60h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €384 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 65h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €353 |
Operator Montgomery County MD Ride On | Departure Time 04:54PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 70h56 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price €616 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 59h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €580 |
The table below shows live departures for Rockville, MD to Los Angeles, CA buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:35 PM Rockville, MD | 59h55 | 6:30 AM Los Angeles, CA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Rockville, MD to Los Angeles, CA run on average 27 times per day, taking around 61h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €178 but you can travel from only €77 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 2286 miles (3680 km) distance in 55h 5m.
Distance 2286 miles (3680 km) |
Average bus duration 61h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price €178 |
Buses per day 27 |
Fastest bus 55h 5m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Hilltop art museum with European paintings, sculpture, gardens, and striking architecture plus sweeping city views.
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Major urban park with trails, the observatory, picnic areas, and some of the best public views in Los Angeles.
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Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant serving a seasonal California tasting menu. Refined, intimate, and one of Los Angeles's most respected special-occasion venues.
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Tip 18-20% in restaurants, 15-20% for taxis or rideshares, and $1-2 at cafes for counter service or coffee.
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Most Rockville, MD to Los Angeles, CA buses use the Silver Spring, Fenton St / Sligo Ave to Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes. Use this guide to compare Rockville, MD and Los Angeles, CA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) is 1 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and various dining options available.
Wi-Fi available in main waiting areas. ATMs are aTMs available near main concourse.
Ticket office support is available at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station).
Available at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station): Station fully accessible with elevators and ramps.
Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes is 1 km from Los Angeles city centre. Public transport options include:
Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes. ATMs are available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes.
Ticket office support is available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes.
Available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Los Angeles, Cesar E Chavez / Vignes: The station is accessible to people with disabilities.
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