Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Greyhound Bus Stop | Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd. | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Greyhound Bus Stop | Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Greyhound Bus Stop | Union Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | Greyhound Bus Stop | Dupont Circle | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Greyhound Bus Stop | Springfield Bus Stop, VA | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 2 days, 21 hours, and with fares starting at just $325, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in San Diego and Washington?
Stops in San Diego
- A
Mission Valley Sheraton
1433 Camino del Rio S, San Diego, CA 92108, USA - B
Old Town Courtyard Marriot
2435 Jefferson St, San Diego, CA 92110, USA - C
Downtown Holiday Inn
1617 1st Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - D
Greyhound Station
1313 National Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - E
Market St. & Park Blvd
601 Park Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92101, USA - F
San Ysidro McDonald's
727 E San Ysidro Blvd, San Diego, CA 92173, USA
Stops in Washington
- A6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
- B1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
- C663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
- D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA - E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA - F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to Washington, DC, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from San Diego to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Diego to Washington start from $325. The average price for this route is around $533. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from San Diego to Washington?
The average bus travel time from San Diego to Washington is 2d 21h, covering a distance of 3655 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 13h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Diego to Washington route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Diego to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from San Diego to Washington at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 7:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Diego to Washington?
A bus trip from San Diego to Washington generates an estimated 91 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Diego to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Diego to Washington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Diego to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Diego to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $514To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego, CA, US to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $514 to $1,100 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $514 which is on 2025-12-03.
What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to Washington, DC, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
