How much is the bus ticket from Bellingham to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Bellingham to Washington start from $230. The average price for this route is around $236. 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 Bellingham to Washington?

The average bus trip duration from Bellingham to Washington is 3d 13h, covering a distance of 2325 miles (3750 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Bellingham to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Bellingham to Washington at 2:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:10pm.

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

A bus trip from Bellingham to Washington generates an estimated 94 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Bellingham to Washington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Bellingham to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Bellingham to Washington from $235 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Bellingham to Washington on January 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	5:00pm	Bellingham (WWU)	3d 19h	3:45pm	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	5:00pm	Bellingham (WWU)	3d 19h	3:45pm	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	7:05pm	Bellingham (WWU)	3d 17h	3:45pm	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	8:10pm	Bellingham Bus Stop	3d 16h	3:45pm	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	6:40pm	Bellingham (WWU)	3d 20h	6:25pm	Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Bellingham to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 days, 13 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $230, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

3d 13hAverage Duration

2325 milesDistance

94kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$230 - $250	Average Duration3d 13h	CO₂ emissions 94kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$2,291 - $2,291	Average Duration3d	CO₂ emissions 341kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Bellingham and Washington?

Stops in Bellingham

A
Bellingham Airport
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B
Cordata Station
4194 Cordata Pkwy, Bellingham, WA 98226, USA
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C
Western Washington University
High St, in front of the Performing Arts Center, WA 98225, USA
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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 Map
D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
Map
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
Map
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
Map

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,493 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

Amtrak

4/55,725 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Bellingham 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 Bellingham to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bellingham to Washington start from $230. The average price for this route is around $236. 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 Bellingham to Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Bellingham to Washington is 3d 13h, covering a distance of 2325 miles (3750 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 19h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Bellingham to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bellingham to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Bellingham to Washington at 2:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bellingham to Washington?
A bus trip from Bellingham to Washington generates an estimated 94 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Bellingham to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bellingham to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Bellingham to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bellingham to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Bellingham to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $235

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

You can expect to pay from $235 to $235 for a bus ticket from Bellingham to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $235 which is on 2026-01-15.