Bus from Seattle to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Seattle to Washington on 20 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Station
Union StationCheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Greyhound Station
Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Greyhound Station
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Greyhound Station
Dupont CircleNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Seattle–Tacoma Int'l Airport (SEA)
Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle 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, 16 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 873, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
3d 16hAverage duration
3739 kmDistance
93kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 3 873 - R 15 899Average duration3d 16h
93kg CO₂e
Average priceR 3 562 - R 44 856Average duration2d 17h
340kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle 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.

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Seattle to Washington start at R 3 873. The average price for this route is around R 4 737. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Seattle to Washington?

    The average bus journey time from Seattle to Washington is 3d 16h, covering a distance of 3739 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3d 9h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Seattle to Washington?

    The earliest bus departs from Seattle to Washington at 14:40. And the latest bus departs at 22:50.

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

    A bus trip from Seattle to Washington produces an estimated 93 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Seattle 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.

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

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Seattle 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Seattle 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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12/12
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13/12
R 3 905
Today
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15/12
R 3 732
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19/12
R 3 931
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Seattle to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 732

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 732 to R 3 982 for a bus ticket from Seattle to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 732, which is on 2025-12-15.

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