How to travel from Los Angeles to Washington, DC
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How to get from Los Angeles to Washington, DC by train, bus or flight.
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The best way to travel from Los Angeles to Washington, DC is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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Travel Information from Los Angeles to Washington, DC
 | Distance | 2289 miles (3692 km) |
 | Available travel modes | Bus, flight or train |
 | Ticket price range | $6 - $274 |
 | Cheapest mode | Bus • $6 (€5) • 77 h 25 min |
 | Fastest mode | Flight • $274 (€238) • 5 h 29 min |
 | Popular travel companies | Alaska Airlines |
Take a bus, flight or train to travel 2289 miles (3692 km) from Los Angeles to Washington, DC. If speed is a priority, then a flight is the best option with an average duration of 5 h 29 min; whereas, if saving money is more important, then a bus is the best option with prices starting as low as $6 (€5). The most popular travel companies which serve this route are Alaska Airlines among others. Travelers can even take a direct from Los Angeles to Washington, DC.
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You can travel by train, bus or flight for as low as $173 (€153). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
Amtrak is a passenger train service based in the United States. It operates more than 300 trains daily including trains to Washington, DC from Los Angeles, connecting more than 500 destinations in 46 states and three Canadian provinces. Amtrak offers a variety of train types, including the Acela Express, Northeast Regional, Keystone Service, and the Auto Train. The Acela Express is the fastest train, reaching speeds of up to 150 mph. The Northeast Regional is the most popular, offering frequent service between major cities in the Northeast. The Keystone Service is a regional service connecting Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The Auto Train is a unique service that allows passengers to transport their cars along with them. Amtrak offers a variety of ticket types, including Saver, Value, Flexible, and Business Class. Saver tickets are the most affordable, while Business Class tickets offer the most amenities, such as complimentary meals and access to the Amtrak Metropolitan Lounge. Onboard facilities vary by train type, but all Amtrak trains offer comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, and power outlets. The most popular routes for Amtrak include the Northeast Corridor, which runs between Washington, D. C. And Boston, and the Pacific Surfliner, which runs between San Diego and San Luis Obispo, California. Other popular routes include the Capitol Corridor, which runs between San Jose and Sacramento, California, and the Empire Builder, which runs between Chicago and Seattle.
FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.
American Airlines is one of the leading airlines in the USA and the world; they offer Main Cabin, Business and First Class tickets for your travel to Washington, DC from Los Angeles.
- Cheapest Price: $173
FAQs: Travel from Los Angeles to Washington, DC
There are 3 options to travel between Los Angeles and Washington, DC including taking a bus, flight or train.
The cheapest way to go to Washington, DC from Los Angeles is by taking a bus, which costs on average $6 (€5).
This is compared to other ways of getting from Los Angeles to Washington, DC:
Taking a bus costs $268 (€233) less than taking a flight, which costs on average $274 (€238) for the same trip.
Taking a bus costs $100 (€87) less than taking a train, which costs on average $106 (€92) for the same trip.
The fastest way to get to Washington, DC from Los Angeles is by flight with an average travel time of 5 h 29 min.
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Bus takes 77 h 25 min on average.
Train takes 84 h 5 min on average.
The Los Angeles to Washington, DC distance is around 2289 miles (3692 km).
The average frequency per day from Los Angeles to Washington, DC is:
- 1 bus per day.
- Around 1 train per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route to Washington, DC from Los Angeles as scheduled services by bus, flight or train can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Los Angeles to Washington, DC:
The following travel companies offer services from Los Angeles to Washington, DC:
- Travel with Alaska Airlines for flights to Washington, DC. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for Alaska Airlines Los Angeles to Washington, DC tickets on Omio for $274 (€238).
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