Bus from Washington, DC, US to Bristol, VA, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to Bristol on December 2
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Virginia BreezeBus
    		Washington Bus Station
    		Bristol Lee HwyCheapestFastest

    Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 6:52 PM EST.

    Get from Washington to Bristol

    This route is served by bus only

    The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    1bus per day
    8h 5mAverage Duration
    488 kmDistance
    12kgCO₂ emissions

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Bristol, VA, US by bus

    Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Bristol?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Bristol start from $85. The average price for this route is around $96. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Washington to Bristol?

      The average bus travel time from Washington to Bristol is 8h 5m, covering a distance of 488 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 40m and is operated by Megabus.

    3. Which bus companies service the Washington to Bristol route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Virginia Breeze, Megabus.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Washington to Bristol?

      The earliest bus departs from Washington to Bristol at 1:15pm. And the latest bus departs at 2:35pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Bristol?

      A bus trip from Washington to Bristol generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from Washington to Bristol?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Virginia Breeze, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 11 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Bristol?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Virginia Breeze has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

    8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Washington to Bristol?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Virginia Breeze, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Bristol?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Virginia Breeze, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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    $93
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    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Bristol, VA, US was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $93

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

    You can expect to pay from $93 to $93 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Bristol, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $93 which is on 2025-12-02.

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