How much is the bus ticket from Albuquerque to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Albuquerque to Washington start from $186. The average price for this route is around $278. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Albuquerque to Washington?

The average bus trip duration from Albuquerque to Washington is 2d 6h, covering a distance of 1646 miles (2655 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Albuquerque to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Albuquerque to Washington at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Albuquerque to Washington generates an estimated 66 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Albuquerque to Washington from $132 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Albuquerque to Washington on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:30pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 6h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 2h	2:55am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:50pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	3d	12:50am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:30pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 16h	4:50pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 17h	6:25pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Albuquerque to Washington on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 4h	3:20pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 19h	6:45am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	5:00am	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 6h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 5h	4:50pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 6h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Albuquerque to Washington on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 19h	6:45am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	5:00am	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 6h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 4h	3:20pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 6h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 1h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags

Next departures for Albuquerque to Washington on February 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:50pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 17h	6:25pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 19h	6:45am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	5:00am	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 6h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:30pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 11h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 4h	3:20pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Albuquerque to Washington on February 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:00am	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 6h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 19h	6:45am	Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 4h	3:20pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	10:30pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	2d 4h	4:45am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	3d	12:50am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:57 AM MST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Albuquerque 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 2 days, 6 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $186, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

2d 6hAverage Duration

1646 milesDistance

66kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$186 - $477	Average Duration2d 6h	CO₂ emissions 66kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$253 - $2,176	Average Duration2d 4h	CO₂ emissions 242kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Albuquerque and Washington?

Stops in Albuquerque

A
Amtrak Station
320 1st St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Visit page

Stops in Washington

A
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
Visit page
B
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
Visit page
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

3.5/587,518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Albuquerque, US to Washington, DC, US by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Albuquerque to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albuquerque to Washington start from $186. The average price for this route is around $278. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Albuquerque to Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Albuquerque to Washington is 2d 6h, covering a distance of 1646 miles (2655 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 19h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albuquerque to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albuquerque to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Albuquerque to Washington at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albuquerque to Washington?
A bus trip from Albuquerque to Washington generates an estimated 66 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/28

$225

01/29

$224

Today

$232

01/31

$227

02/01

$172

02/02

$181

02/03

No data

02/04

$227

The cheapest trip from Albuquerque, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Feb 1, 2026 with a price of $172

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

You can expect to pay from $172 to $487 for a bus ticket from Albuquerque, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $172 which is on 2026-02-01.