Find coaches from Portland, ME to Washington, DC, US

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Next departures from Portland to Washington on 11 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound
Portland (Park & Ride)
Union StationNo tags
Greyhound
Portland (Park & Ride)
Union StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Portland (Park & Ride)
Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery AveNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Portland (Park & Ride)
Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound
Portland (Park & Ride)
Union StationNo tags

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Bus Portland, ME to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$80
Average bus trip duration15h 35m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure13:45
Distance483 miles

Portland to Washington Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Portland to Washington. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Portland to Washington from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Washington from Portland, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Portland, ME - Washington, DC, US

  1. How far is Washington from Portland by coach?

    The journey from Portland to Washington by coach covers an approximate distance of 482 miles (777 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Washington from Portland without flying?

    To travel from Portland to Washington without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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US$96
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portland, ME to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 15 Oct 2025 with a price of US$50

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

You can expect to pay from US$50 to US$321 for a bus ticket from Portland, ME to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$50, which is on 2025-10-15.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Portland and Washington!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Portland to Washington, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Portland to Washington.

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

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to Portland, ME by bus?

Bus from Washington, DC, US to Portland, ME

You can also go to Washington, DC, US by train

Train from Portland, ME to Washington, DC, US

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