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Trip Overview

The train between Bethesda and California takes 2d 18h. The train runs, on average, 6 times per week from Bethesda to California. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2d 18h
Duration
2,987 mi
Distance
$1,992
Average price
6 times a week
Frequency

Bethesda to California train times

Trains run 6 times a week between Bethesda and California. The earliest departure is at 4:00 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Bethesda is at 4:03 PM which arrives into California at 7:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Rockville, Red Line Center Platform and take an average of 2d 18h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakAmtrak2d 18h • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakAmtrak2d 18h • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakAmtrak2d 18h • 2 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakAmtrak2d 18h • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakAmtrak2d 18h • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityAmtrakAmtrak2d 18h • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Bethesda to California? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Bethesda to California.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 2,986.6 mi
  • Duration: 2d 18h

What companies run services between Bethesda, MD, USA and California, USA?

You can take a subway from Bethesda, Red Line Center Platform to Los Angeles via Rockville, Red Line Center Platform, Rockville Amtrak, and Chicago Union Station in around 2d 15h.

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