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Greyhound
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4h 05m
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Peter Pan Bus Lines
With transfers
3h 25m
Peter Pan Bus Lines
Peter Pan Bus Lines
With transfers
4h 05m
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Peter Pan Bus Lines
With transfers
4h 05m
Peter Pan Bus Lines
Peter Pan Bus Lines
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3h 25m
Peter Pan Bus Lines
Peter Pan Bus Lines
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3h 05m
Peter Pan Bus Lines

Washington, D.C. bus information

Find information about ticket prices, popular stations, and bus companies that offer buses to Washington, D.C..

Round-trip from

$42

One-way from

$20

Popular station

Aberdeen Greyhound station

Popular bus line

Peter Pan Bus Lines
Bus tickets to Washington, D.C. found within the last 3 days start at $42 round-trip from Philadelphia
The cheapest one-way bus ticket from Philadelphia starts at $20. This price was found within the last 3 days.
The most commonly used station in Washington, D.C. is Aberdeen Greyhound station.
Peter Pan Bus Lines, Bus and Greyhound are some of the bus lines that arrive at Aberdeen Greyhound station

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Washington, D.C. Bus Station Directory

Location of major bus stations in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. Aberdeen Greyhound stationWashington, D.C., 39.509583, -76.16452
Washington, D.C. 19th St + G StWashington, D.C., 38.898335, -77.04361
Washington, D.C. Baltimore North Point BlvdWashington, D.C., 39.29222, -76.51341
Washington, D.C. College Park College Park, MdWashington, D.C., 39.000748, -76.93032
Washington, D.C. Baltimore White Marsh Park & Ride - 8476 Honeygo BlvdWashington, D.C., 39.3773, -76.46077
Washington, D.C. Madame Tussauds MuseumWashington, D.C., 38.89809, -77.02604

Book round-trip bus tickets to Washington, D.C.

Below are the quickest and cheapest round-trip bus tickets to Washington, D.C. that we could find in the past 72 hours. You can also search by a specific date by using the search form above.
Peter Pan Bus Lines
Jun 18
4:10 pmPhiladelphia Spring Garden
4h 05m
8:15 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Jun 22
3:55 pmWashington, D.C. Union
4h 10m
8:05 pmPhiladelphia Spring Garden
Peter Pan Bus Lines
Jun 18
4:35 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
3h 40m
8:15 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Jun 22
1:55 pmWashington, D.C. Union
4h 30m
6:25 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
Peter Pan Bus Lines
Jun 18
11:05 amPhiladelphia Spring Garden
3h 25m
2:30 pmSilver Spring Transit Center
Jun 22
6:25 amSilver Spring Transit Center
3h 15m
9:40 amPhiladelphia Spring Garden
Peter Pan Bus Lines
Jun 18
4:35 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
3h 05m
7:40 pmSilver Spring Transit Center
Jun 22
2:30 pmSilver Spring Transit Center
3h 55m
6:25 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
Bus
Jul 12
5:30 pmNew York Moynihan Train Hall
4h 20m
9:50 pmWashington, D.C. Exxon New York Ave Ne
Jul 14
5:45 pmWashington, D.C. Exxon New York Ave Ne
3h 25m
9:10 pmNew York Moynihan Train Hall
Bus
Jul 17
5:30 pmNew York Moynihan Train Hall
4h 20m
9:50 pmWashington, D.C. Exxon New York Ave Ne
Jul 18
5:30 pmWashington, D.C. Exxon New York Ave Ne
4h 10m
9:40 pmNew York Moynihan Train Hall

Book one-way bus tickets to Washington, D.C.

Below are the fastest and cheapest one-way bus tickets to Washington, D.C. we’ve found in the last 72 hours. Select a deal below or use the search form above to find bus tickets by date.
Greyhound
Jun 23
5:50 pmPhiladelphia Greyhound Terminal
4h 05m
9:55 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Peter Pan Bus Lines
Jun 22
8:00 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
3h 25m
11:25 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Peter Pan Bus Lines
Jun 22
4:10 pmPhiladelphia Spring Garden
4h 05m
8:15 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Peter Pan Bus Lines
Jun 23
11:05 amPhiladelphia Spring Garden
4h 05m
3:10 pmWashington, D.C. Union
Peter Pan Bus Lines
Jun 22
11:05 amPhiladelphia Spring Garden
3h 25m
2:30 pmSilver Spring Transit Center
Peter Pan Bus Lines
Jun 22
4:35 pmPhiladelphia 30th Street Station
3h 05m
7:40 pmSilver Spring Transit Center

FAQs for booking bus tickets to Washington, D.C.

What amenities are offered on buses from Washington?

When you are looking to buy tickets for cheap buses to Washington, the provider that offers buses on this route is Greyhound Bus Lines. Some of the amenities that travelers can expect to find aboard these buses include free Wi-Fi and personal power outlets at most seats. The company offers comfortable leather seats that recline and also have a footrest, plus there's extra legroom so long journeys are quite comfortable when you buy cheap bus tickets to Washington. In addition to this, there are no middle seats on the bus so every passenger rides in either a window seat or an aisle seat. For the comfort and convenience of passengers aboard the buses, there is an onboard restroom so there's no need to worry about finding a restroom during a long journey.

How do I get to the bus station in Washington?

The station that travelers will use for buses from Washington is Washington Union Station, which is also a major transportation hub for the city of Washington. The station is only about 1 mile (1.6 km) to the northeast of the center of the city, allowing you to walk to the station in around 22 minutes from the city center. If you are looking for public transportation to get you to the station, bus route number D6 as well as the red light rail line both make the trip to the station in around 13 minutes. If you are driving to the station, the trip takes around 6 minutes.

What are the benefits of taking a bus from Washington?

Since Washington is a major metropolitan city in the United States, you can generally expect a bit of traffic on the roads. One of the benefits of riding on a bus is to let somebody else do that work on your behalf. Another benefit of bus travel is that you will find that bus prices to Washington are often lower than the cost it will take you to drive yourself. One final benefit of traveling by bus is all the things you can do instead of driving, such as reading a book, watching a movie, or maybe just catching a nap during your trip.

What luggage can I bring on a bus from Washington?

Greyhound Bus offers a very generous luggage allowance where they will let travelers that buy bus tickets to Washington bring a carry-on bag aboard the bus and store it under the seat in front of them or in an overhead bin. In addition to this, travelers can bring up to three bags to travel beneath the bus, although your bus prices can increase based on the ticket you purchase and the number of bags you bring. You can also bring unusual items such as sporting equipment, bicycles, or child seats and strollers on the bus. Again, some of these items may incur an additional fee.

What do I need before boarding a bus from Washington?

The one thing that every traveler needs when traveling in the United States on a bus, train, or plane, is a valid identification document issued by a government agency. In addition to this, the most important thing to bring with you is your ticket, which can be in either in paper or digital format. This is especially important if you have purchased extra baggage as you will need your ticket to load the baggage onto the bus. If you print a ticket at home and then forget to bring it to the station with you, you can simply speak to an agent at the station and they will print another ticket for you.

How much is a bus ticket to Washington, D.C.?

The average price you’ll pay to travel by bus to Washington, D.C. will be determined by where you’re coming from. If you’re leaving from Toronto the lowest ticket price is usually about $224, from Chicago it’s about $134 and from Charlotte it’s around $140.

What is the main bus station in Washington, D.C.?

The main station in Washington, D.C. is Aberdeen Greyhound station. At Aberdeen Greyhound station, you can find a number of buses offering service to other major cities. Two common major cities you can get to by bus from Aberdeen Greyhound station are Toronto, and Chicago.

What bus companies go to Washington, D.C.?

Peter Pan Bus Lines, Bus, and Greyhound are some of the top choices made by momondo users traveling to Washington, D.C..

How far in advance should I book a bus to Washington, D.C.?

For $20 one-way on average, you can catch a bus ride to Washington, D.C.. For the next 3 months, we predict the price of tickets to Washington, D.C. to remain steady. As seats fill up quickly, we recommend booking when you can so your trip is secured.


Popular bus routes to Washington, D.C.

Most frequently searched bus routes to Washington, D.C., along with the cheapest price and shortest travel time.
Buses to Washington, D.C. from Chicago
Fastest travel time20h 10m
Cheapest price$134
Buses to Washington, D.C. from Boston
Fastest travel time9h 20m
Cheapest price$116
Buses to Washington, D.C. from Lynchburg
Fastest travel time5h 05m
Cheapest price$200
Buses to Washington, D.C. from New York
Fastest travel time4h 25m
Cheapest price$107
Buses to Washington, D.C. from Philadelphia
Fastest travel time3h 35m
Cheapest price$80
Buses to Washington, D.C. from Richmond
Fastest travel time2h 15m
Cheapest price$39

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