Find coaches from Washington, DC, US to Newark, NJ

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Next departures from Washington to Newark on 26 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Peter Pan
Washington
Newark Penn StationCheapest
FlixBus
Union Station
Newark Penn StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
Newark Penn StationNo tags
FlixBus
Union Station
Newark Penn StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Union Station
Newark Penn StationNo tags

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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just US$19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

36bus per day
5hAverage duration
197 milesDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions
Bus
Average priceUS$19 - US$131Average duration5h
8kg CO₂e
Train
Average priceUS$19 - US$548Average duration3h 2m
29kg CO₂e

Bus Washington, DC, US to Newark, NJ: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$44
Average bus trip duration5h
Number of daily buses36
Earliest bus departure00:05
Distance197 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

Washington to Newark Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Newark, NJ

  1. What's the distance between Washington and Newark by coach?

    The distance between Washington and Newark by coach is approximately 198 miles (320 km).

  2. How can I get from Washington to Newark without driving?

    You can travel to Newark from Washington by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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

Best price found
23/10
US$35
24/10
US$45
Today
US$35
26/10
US$48
27/10
US$35
28/10
US$32
29/10
US$31
30/10
US$33
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Newark, NJ was searched and found on 29 Oct 2025 with a price of US$31

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 Newark, NJ as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$31 to US$111 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$31, which is on 2025-10-29.

Usually Amtrak 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 Washington to Newark.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 Washington to Newark, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Washington to Newark will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Washington to Newark.

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

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Newark, NJ?

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