Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA Train
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Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA by train
The journey from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA by train is 3,696.29 km and takes 70 hrs 27 mins. There are 3 connections per day, with the first departure at 10:32 am and the last at 3:57 pm. It is possible to travel from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA by train for as little as $282.56 or as much as $727.94. The best price for this journey is $282.56.
| Lowest Price | $282.56 |
| Journey Duration | 70 hrs 27 mins |
| Connection per Day | Amtrak 3 |
| Lowest Price | Amtrak $282.56 |
| Highest Price | Amtrak $727.94 |
| First Departure | Amtrak 10:32 am |
| Last Departure | Amtrak 3:57 pm |
| Distance | Amtrak 3,696.29 km |
| Departure | Amtrak Washington, DC |
| Arrival | Amtrak Los Angeles, CA |
| Carriers | Amtrak Amtrak |
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Find the best day to travel to Los Angeles, CA by train
When travelling to Los Angeles, CA 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!
Services on board Amtrak from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA
Compare services on board when travelling from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA by train.
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Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
258.74kg
Bus
277.22kg
Flight
739.26kg
Car
591.41kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Washington, DC and Los Angeles, CA are 258.74kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Washington, DC and Los Angeles, CA? By taking the train between Washington, DC and Los Angeles, CA 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 Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA?
A train ticket from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA is $416.13. 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 $282.56.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA is $282.56. 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 Washington, DC and Los Angeles, CA by train?
Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA is 3,696.29 km.
How long does the train between Washington, DC and Los Angeles, CA take?
Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA is on average 70 hrs 27 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 67 hrs 0 mins.
How many train connections per day go from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA?
Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA has 3 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA leave?
The earliest train from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA departs at 10:32 am. 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 Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA depart?
The latest train from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA departs at 3:57 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 Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA 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 $282.56 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 Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Washington, DC and Los Angeles, CA is 67 hrs 0 mins.
Is there a direct train from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, there is a direct train between Washington, DC and Los Angeles, CA.
What are the CO2 emissions for Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA by train?
The train journey from Washington, DC to Los Angeles, CA creates 258.74kg of CO2 emissions.