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WedMar 20
from US$20
ThuMar 21
from US$20
FriMar 22
from US$20
SatMar 23
from US$20
SunMar 24
from US$20
MonMar 25
from US$15
TueMar 26
from US$15
WedMar 27

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Operated by: Megabus USMegabus US
4:00AM
4h45m
8:45AM
New York - W 34th St & 12th Ave
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Washington - Washington Bus Station
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Operated by: Megabus USMegabus US
12:00AM
4h45m
4:45AM
New York - W 34th St & 12th Ave
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Washington - Washington Bus Station
2nd Cheapest
Operated by: BestBusBestBus
9:00AM
4h
1:00PM
New York - 34th St & 9th Ave
Fastest
Washington - Vienna/Fairfax - GMU
Fastest
Operated by: BestBusBestBus
5:30PM
5h
10:30PM
New York - 34th St & 9th Ave
Washington - Springfield - Franconia
Operated by: BestBusBestBus
5:00PM
4h
9:00PM
New York - 34th St & 9th Ave
Washington - Vienna/Fairfax - GMU
Bus New York to Washington: Trip Overview

Bus New York to Washington: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$38
Average Bus Trip Duration4h 35m
Number of daily buses69
Earliest bus departure12:00 AM
Distance349 km
Latest bus departure11:59 PM

New York to Washington Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses69
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:00AM - 11:59PM
Minimum PriceUS$9
Average Ticket PriceUS$38
Minimum Trip Duration3h45m
Average Bus Trip Duration4h35m
Distance349 km
Bus companies on this routeFlixBus, Greyhound, Megabus, BestBus, Wanda Coach
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip New York - Washington

The average bus ticket price from New York to Washington is US$38. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New York to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between New York and Washington is around 4h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 45m.This is the time it takes to travel the 329 km that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from New York to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 69 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New York to Washington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from New York to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, Megabus.

Buses travelling between New York and Washington leave from Port Authority or GW Bridge and arrive at Union Station, Dupont Circle, Metro Center Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
03-17
US$15
Today
US$10
03-19
US$10
03-20
US$10
03-21
US$15
03-22
US$15
03-23
US$15
03-24
US$15
The cheapest trip from New York to Washington was searched and found on Mar 18, 2024 with a price of US$10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York to Washington, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$10 to US$169 for a bus ticket from New York to Washington based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$10 which is on 2024-03-19.

Usually The Jet will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from New York to Washington.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from New York to Washington, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from New York to Washington that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from New York to Washington, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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Train from New York to Washington

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