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

There are 3 options to travel between Washington, DC and Los Angeles, CA including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA is a flight with an average price of €252.

This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA:

A flight is €98 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA costing on average €350.

A flight is €392 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA costing on average €645.

The fastest way to travel from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 11m.

Other travel options to Los Angeles, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 57h 12m.

Train takes on average 65h 14m.

The distance from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA is approximately 2294 miles (3692 km).

The average frequency per day from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA is:

• Around 74 flights per day.
• Around 8 buses per day.
• Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Washington, DC and Los Angeles, CA as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA:

• Flights mostly depart from Ronald Reagan National Airport and arrive in Los Angeles International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC and arrive in Union Station, Los Angeles, CA.
• Buses mostly depart from Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station and arrive in Los Angeles, Patsaouras Transit Plaza (Union Station), CA.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Amtrak to go to Los Angeles, CA by train.
• Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Los Angeles, CA by bus.
• Travel with American Airlines, United, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue Airways to go to Los Angeles, CA by flight.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA:

• 9 direct flights per day with American Airlines, United, Alaska Airlines.

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Most travelers need at least three days in Los Angeles, CA to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Los Angeles, CA, you can explore Venice Beach Boardwalk with its eclectic shops and street performers, visit the historic El Capitan Theatre for a classic movie experience, or take a scenic hike in Runyon Canyon Park for panoramic city views. Enjoy a live performance at the Walt Disney Concert Hall, or discover unique exhibits at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County. Best sights include the Griffith Observatory for stunning city views and astronomy exhibits, The Getty Center for art and gardens, the historic Santa Monica Pier, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) with its diverse collections.

To fully experience Los Angeles, CA, it's ideal to spend at least 3 to 5 days. This allows time to visit popular attractions like Hollywood, Santa Monica, and the Getty Center, while also exploring the city's diverse neighborhoods and cultural offerings.