How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Worcester?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Worcester start at R 842. The average price for this route is around R 1 396. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Washington to Worcester?

The average bus journey time from Washington to Worcester is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 577 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 20m and is operated by Peter Pan .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Worcester route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from Peter Pan , Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Worcester at 00:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Worcester produces an estimated 14 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 Washington to Worcester?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6381 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Worcester?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Washington to Worcester from R 722 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Washington to Worcester on 8 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:30	Union Station	10h 50m	10:20	Worcester Union Station	Cheapest
	19:25	Union Station	8h 35m	04:00	Worcester Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:10	Union Station	11h 55m	14:05	Worcester Union Station	No tags
	03:30	Union Station	12h 10m	15:40	Worcester Union Station	No tags
	04:20	Washington	9h 50m	14:10	Worcester Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Worcester on 9 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:35	Union Station	10h 5m	20:40	Worcester Union Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	19:30	Union Station	8h 30m	04:00	Worcester Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:10	Union Station	11h 55m	14:05	Worcester Union Station	No tags
	03:30	Union Station	12h 10m	15:40	Worcester Union Station	No tags
	08:20	Washington	9h 50m	18:10	Worcester Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Worcester on 10 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:35	Union Station	10h 5m	20:40	Worcester Union Station	Cheapest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	07:50	Union Station	7h 45m	15:35	Union Station	Fastest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	07:50	Union Station	7h 45m	15:35	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:10	Union Station	11h 55m	14:05	Worcester Union Station	No tags
	03:30	Union Station	12h 10m	15:40	Worcester Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Worcester on 11 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	14:10	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	13h 50m	04:00	Worcester Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak Acela + Amtrak	11:00	Union Station	8h	19:00	Union Station	Fastest
NextGen Acela + Amtrak	07:50	Union Station	8h 25m	16:15	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:10	Union Station	11h 55m	14:05	Worcester Union Station	No tags
	03:30	Union Station	12h 10m	15:40	Worcester Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Worcester on 12 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	08:30	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	12h 10m	20:40	Worcester Union Station	Cheapest
	19:25	Union Station	8h 35m	04:00	Worcester Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:10	Union Station	11h 55m	14:05	Worcester Union Station	No tags
	03:30	Union Station	12h 10m	15:40	Worcester Union Station	No tags
	12:10	Washington	10h	22:10	Worcester Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 6:41 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Worcester

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Worcester. The journey takes about 10 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 842, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

21bus per day

10h 50mAverage duration

577 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 842 - R 3 090	Average duration10h 50m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 671 - R 11 309	Average duration12h	CO₂ emissions 53kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Worcester?

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
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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

Stops in Worcester

A
Union Station
2 Washington Sq, Worcester, MA 01604
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B
146 P&R
530 Southwest Cutoff (Commuter service only), Millbury, MA 01527
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Compare bus companies

Peter Pan

4/56 414 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

Based on 6414 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Peter Pan ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 133

Peter Pan Washington Worcester recent customer reviews

Good driving but the bus requires regular cleaning, a bit dirty especially one from harford to worcester.

Richard K.

13 October 2017

They never meet the departure and arrival time

Elizabeth T.

5 May 2018

Greyhound

3.5/587 485 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 948 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Worcester, 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 Washington to Worcester?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Worcester start at R 842. The average price for this route is around R 1 396. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Washington to Worcester?
The average bus journey time from Washington to Worcester is 10h 50m, covering a distance of 577 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 8h 20m and is operated by Peter Pan.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Worcester route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 21 buses available per day, including services from Peter Pan, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Worcester?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Worcester at 00:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Worcester?
A bus trip from Washington to Worcester produces an estimated 14 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 Washington to Worcester?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6381 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Worcester?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington to Worcester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Worcester?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

04/01

R 1 292

05/01

R 1 192

Today

R 839

07/01

R 839

08/01

R 772

09/01

R 923

10/01

R 923

11/01

R 965

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Worcester, US was searched and found on 08 Jan 2026 with a price of R 772

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 Worcester, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 772 to R 2 098 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Worcester, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 772, which is on 2026-01-08.

Usually Peter Pan 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.