Bus from Washington, DC, US to Norfolk, VA: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Washington to Norfolk on December 12
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Union Station
Norfolk
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Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE
5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)
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Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE
5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)
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Union Station
Norfolk
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
Norfolk
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Next departures for Washington to Norfolk on December 13
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Union Station
Norfolk
Cheapest
Bus
Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE
5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)
Fastest
Bus
Union Station
Norfolk
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
Norfolk
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Union Station
Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)
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Next departures for Washington to Norfolk on December 14
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Union Station
Norfolk
Cheapest
Bus
Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE
5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)
Fastest
Bus
Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE
5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)
No tags
Bus
Union Station
Norfolk
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
Norfolk
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Next departures for Washington to Norfolk on December 15
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Bus
Union Station
Norfolk
Cheapest
Bus
Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE
5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)
Fastest
Bus
Union Station
Norfolk
No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
Norfolk
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Bus
Union Station
Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)
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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Norfolk
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Norfolk. The journey takes about 4 hours 39 minutes, and with fares starting at just $54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 11574 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $39
Passengers have shared positive experiences with Amtrak, highlighting the clean environment and punctuality of their trips. The staff received praise for being straightforward and ensuring clear announcements at stops. Although some travelers noted a preference for forward-facing seats and mentioned stuffiness in certain cars, overall satisfaction remains high due to the comfort provided on journeys from DC to Norfolk.
Amtrak Washington Norfolk recent customer reviews
Good trip. Would have preferred a forward facing seat and it got very stuffy in our car. But such a better was to travel from DC to Norfolk.
5 out of 5 stars
Peggy J.
Everything about the trip with Amtrak,and I love it.
According to customer reviews, Wande coach has received mixed feedback. Some customers appreciate the great price and prompt service provided by skilled drivers. However, there are complaints about rude behavior from the operator towards passengers and delays of up to an hour without any notice or apology. Additionally, concerns have been raised about the cleanliness and smell of the buses.
Wanda Coach Washington Norfolk recent customer reviews
While the bus was one hour late at pick up, the ride was smooth and we made it safely.
4 out of 5 stars
Frank E.
Wande coach for me is a no no anytime. Even for free I won't ever ride it. The conduct of the driver was very dissatisfying. The bus so was dirty and smelly. They really should stop rendering sevices. They were late upto an hour without any notice and they never apologized
1 out of 5 stars
Husinatu B.
Great price. Prompt. Operator was a very good driver but also VERY rude...yelled at passengers attempting to board.
Customers express dissatisfaction with the service, specifically mentioning delays and late arrivals. These issues seem to be consistent across multiple reviews. Additionally, one review mentions poor bus maintenance as a possible factor for the negative experience. Both buses were unclean, which was expected but still disappointing. However, the worst part of the journey was the conductor on bus 86215 from Richmond to Norfolk on Thursday July 13th. He displayed aggressive behavior towards customers and made derogatory statements about an unhoused customer in front of everyone on board. The conductor also slapped seats forcefully when passengers tried to move away from unsanitary individuals nearby, creating a hostile environment for other travelers.
Starting with impolite behavior and disregard for departure times by some bus drivers has been mentioned in several reviews as well.
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Greyhound Washington Norfolk recent customer reviews
Both busses were unclean- fine to be expected. The worst part was the conductor (not the driver) on bus 86215 from Richmond to Norfolk on Thursday July 13. He was incredibly aggressive and seemed to take great joy in yelling at customers. Early in the bus ride, he made deragatory statements about an unhoused (but paying) customer to the entire bus. Later, when people tried to move seats as to not sit next foul smelling and visibly unsanitary other customers, the conductor slapped seats very hard and yelled at people to get in their seats. These slaps were aggressive and just inches from other customers face. This was a man who very clearly enjoyed being cruel to vulnerable people. I highly suggest he is removed from his post, as he seems to be very close to doing actual violence on customers. He also put absolutely no effort into ensuring the hus was sanitary enough to ride on.
1 out of 5 stars
Perry C.
Starting with the bus driver was impolite and had no regard for the bus schedule departure time. There is no sense of communication at all. Nothing I will want to experience or have someone else experience again.
1 out of 5 stars
Abdou L.
Bus left Washington within reasonable limits of time. Traffic was light for just after Christmas. Bus was late arriving and departing Fredricksburg. Bus was late arriving and departing Richmond.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Norfolk, VA 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 Washington to Norfolk?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Norfolk start from $39. The average price for this route is around $70. 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 Washington to Norfolk?
The average bus travel time from Washington to Norfolk is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 241 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Norfolk route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Amtrak, Wanda Coach, Greyhound.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Washington to Norfolk?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Norfolk at 3:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Norfolk?
A bus trip from Washington to Norfolk generates an estimated 6 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 Washington to Norfolk?
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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Norfolk?
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 Washington to Norfolk?
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 Washington to Norfolk?
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.
Best price found
12-08
$74
12-09
$64
Today
$64
12-11
$54
12-12
$53
12-13
$43
12-14
$46
12-15
$44
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Norfolk, VA was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $43
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 Norfolk, VA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $43 to $74 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Norfolk, VA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-12-13.
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Norfolk, VA was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $43
