How to travel from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA

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Travel Information from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA

Distance	2289 miles (3692 km)
Available travel modes	Train, bus or flight

Travel 2289 miles (3692 km) by train, bus or flight to Los Angeles, CA from Washington, DC. Travelers can even take a direct from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA.

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from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA

How to get from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

The best way to travel from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

09:20AM5h45

Ronald Reagan National Airport, VA (DCA)

12:05PMLos Angeles International Airport, CA (LAX)

$4851One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

09:15AM74h55

Washington, DC

09:10AMLos Angeles, CA

$3951One-way

4 transfers

Fastest

05:44PM5h25

Dulles International Airport, VA (IAD)

08:09PMLos Angeles International Airport, CA (LAX)

$5161One-way

0 transfers

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Flight

04:05PM66h52

Union Station, Washington, DC

07:57AMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA

$4631One-way

1 transfer

04:05PM88h30

Union Station, Washington, DC

05:35AMUnion Station, Los Angeles, CA

$4631One-way

1 transfer

10:15PM68h05

Washington, DC

03:20PMLos Angeles, CA

$4061One-way

5 transfers

05:45AM60h30

Washington, DC

03:15PMLos Angeles, CA

$4661One-way

3 transfers

05:45AM60h45

Washington, DC

03:30PMLos Angeles, CA

$4691One-way

4 transfers

05:27PM5h38

Dulles International Airport, VA (IAD)

08:05PMLos Angeles International Airport, CA (LAX)

$4851One-way

0 transfers

09:00AM8h17

Dulles International Airport, VA (IAD)

02:17PMLos Angeles International Airport, CA (LAX)

$4971One-way

1 transfer

08:50AM5h31

Dulles International Airport, VA (IAD)

11:21AMLos Angeles International Airport, CA (LAX)

$5161One-way

0 transfers

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Amtrak is the main travel company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak travel running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by travel across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next travel journey from Washington to Los Angeles.

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.

United Airlines is one of the USA’s leading airline and operates domestic and international routes. Economy, Premium Economy and Business are the ticket fares that the airline offers for your next travel between Washington and Los Angeles.

FAQs: Travel from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA

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Travel Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA by train, bus or flight.

Los Angeles, CA is approximately 2289 miles (3692 km) away from Washington, DC.

Omio customers who travel from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA often also extend their vacation to go to San Diego, CA, San Francisco, CA, Las Vegas, NV, Tijuana or Santa Barbara, CA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Los Angeles, CA and these popular destinations at a great price.