How much is the bus ticket from Portland to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to Washington start at R 3 876. The average price for this route is around R 4 185. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Portland to Washington?

The average bus journey time from Portland to Washington is 3d 11h, covering a distance of 3776 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3d 6h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Portland to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Portland to Washington?

The earliest bus departs from Portland to Washington at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Portland to Washington?

A bus trip from Portland to Washington produces an estimated 94 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Portland to Washington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Portland to Washington?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Portland 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 Portland to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Portland to Washington from R 3 752 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Portland to Washington on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	20:00	Portland Union Station	3d 11h	10:50	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	20:00	Portland Union Station	3d 11h	10:15	Springfield Bus Stop, VA	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	20:00	Portland Union Station	4d 17h	16:50	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	20:00	Portland Union Station	4d 18h	17:45	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	20:00	Portland Union Station	4d 17h	16:50	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Portland to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 days, 11 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 876, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

3d 11hAverage duration

3776 kmDistance

94kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 3 876 - R 5 915	Average duration3d 11h	CO₂ emissions 94kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 262 - R 7 362	Average duration2d 17h	CO₂ emissions 344kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Portland and Washington?

Stops in Portland

A
Portland Airport
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B
Portland Union Station
7411 Northwest Station Way, Portland OR 97209, USA
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C
NW Everett & NW 8th Ave
728 NW Everett St, Portland, OR 97209, USA
D
Lloyd Center
NE 13th Ave & Holladay, Portland, OR 97232, USA
E
Pearl District
7418 NW Station Way (across street), Portland, OR 97209, USA

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
Visit page
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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 433 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 623 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, OR to Washington, DC, US by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Portland to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to Washington start at R 3 876. The average price for this route is around R 4 185. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Portland to Washington?
The average bus journey time from Portland to Washington is 3d 11h, covering a distance of 3776 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3d 6h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Portland to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Portland to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Portland to Washington at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Portland to Washington?
A bus trip from Portland to Washington produces an estimated 94 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Portland to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Portland to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Portland 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 Portland to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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

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R 3 890

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R 3 890

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The cheapest trip from Portland, OR to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 890

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 890 to R 3 907 for a bus ticket from Portland, OR to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 890, which is on 2025-12-17.