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24/05/2025
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Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC by train

The journey from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC by train is 3,696.29 km and takes 80 hrs 17 mins. There are 6 connections per day, with the first departure at 5:19 pm and the last at 10:00 pm. It is possible to travel from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC by train for as little as $323.37 or as much as $3,503.93. The best price for this journey is $323.37.

Lowest Price $323.37
Journey Duration 80 hrs 17 mins
Connection per Day 6
Lowest Price $323.37
Highest Price $3,503.93
First Departure 5:19 pm
Last Departure 10:00 pm
Distance 3,696.29 km
Departure Los Angeles, CA
Arrival Washington, DC
Carriers Amtrak

Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC Train Times

Departure date
Saturday, 24 May 2025

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC

The cheapest Los Angeles, CA - Washington, DC train tickets can be found for as low as $123.26 if you’re lucky, or $227.48 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $318.52.

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When travelling to Washington, DC by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC CO2 Emissions by Train

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Train
258.74kg
Bus
277.22kg
Flight
739.26kg
Car
591.41kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Los Angeles, CA and Washington, DC are 258.74kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Los Angeles, CA and Washington, DC? By taking the train between Los Angeles, CA and Washington, DC you will save 480.52kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 18.48kg compared to a bus and 332.67kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC?
A train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC is $822.21. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $323.37.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC is $323.37. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Los Angeles, CA and Washington, DC by train?
Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC is 3,696.29 km.
How long does the train between Los Angeles, CA and Washington, DC take?
Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC is on average 80 hrs 17 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 64 hrs 46 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC?
Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC has 6 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC leave?
The earliest train from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC departs at 5:19 pm. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC depart?
The latest train from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC departs at 10:00 pm. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $323.37 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Los Angeles, CA and Washington, DC is 64 hrs 46 mins.
Is there a direct train from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC?
Yes, there is a direct train between Los Angeles, CA and Washington, DC.
What are the CO2 emissions for Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC by train?
The train journey from Los Angeles, CA to Washington, DC creates 258.74kg of CO2 emissions.