How much is the bus ticket from Buffalo to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Buffalo to Washington start from $69. The average price for this route is around $107. 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 Buffalo to Washington?

The average bus trip duration from Buffalo to Washington is 15h, covering a distance of 292 miles (471 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Buffalo to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , New York Trailways .

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

The earliest bus departs from Buffalo to Washington at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

A bus trip from Buffalo to Washington generates an estimated 12 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 Buffalo to Washington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is New York Trailways , with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 4412 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is New York Trailways , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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

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

Bus Buffalo to Washington from $64 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Buffalo to Washington on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
New York Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	11:15pm	Transportation Center	13h 5m	12:20pm	Washington	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	13h 30m	11:30am	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	14h 5m	1:05pm	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	11:59pm	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	15h 6m	3:05pm	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:20pm	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	13h 10m	11:30am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Buffalo to Washington on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
New York Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	6:00am	Transportation Center	13h 25m	7:25pm	Washington	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:50am	Buffalo (BUF) Airport	12h 55m	11:45pm	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:55am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	15h 50m	4:45pm	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	6:00am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	13h	7:00pm	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30am	Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority	13h 15m	11:45pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:39 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Buffalo 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 15 hours and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40bus per day

15hAverage Duration

292 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$69 - $344	Average Duration15h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$86 - $1,273	Average Duration13h 2m	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Buffalo and Washington?

Stops in Buffalo

A
Buffalo Airport
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B
Transportation Center
185 Ellicott St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
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C
Exchange Street Station
75 Exchange St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA
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Stops in Washington

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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,473 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 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.

Greyhound Buffalo Washington recent customer reviews

Hi Grey hound compani and all nice emploeys and very clean inside bus The driver fromBaflo to new york very happy face friendly and all pasenger they whre happy .☺ same from new york to washington.☺ and persons came helped for pull out lagages from bus side boxes🍀 Important : new york terminal sallon long time i and some pasengers loking and wate for poower plock for charger. It is better put power charges station at one side of sallon. thanks again Ali 🍀☺🙏

Aliasghar Z.

September 11, 2019

New York Trailways

4/54,416 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.2

Trailways is a network of over 70 bus companies that focus on providing quality bus rides at affordable prices all over the US since 1936. Among the most famous affiliates are Trailways of New York, Pine Hill Trailways, Adirondack Trailways and Burlington Trailways. Trailways buses have WiFi, power outlets, bathrooms, air conditioning, overhead lighting, and reclinable seats with footrests. You can find two different types of Trailway fares: saver and flexible. Saver tickets are non-refundable, while flexible tickets are fully reimbursed up to one hour before travel time. If you're traveling with them, don't forget to print your boarding pass and show a valid photo ID to board the bus.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Buffalo, NY 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 Buffalo to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Buffalo to Washington start from $69. The average price for this route is around $107. 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 Buffalo to Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Buffalo to Washington is 15h, covering a distance of 292 miles (471 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Buffalo to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, New York Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Buffalo to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Buffalo to Washington at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Buffalo to Washington?
A bus trip from Buffalo to Washington generates an estimated 12 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 Buffalo to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 4412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Buffalo to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Buffalo to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is New York Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Buffalo to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is New York Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

11/27

$100

11/28

$155

Today

$146

11/30

$132

12/01

$86

12/02

$81

12/03

$69

12/04

$75

The cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $69

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

You can expect to pay from $69 to $220 for a bus ticket from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $69 which is on 2025-12-03.

Usually Greyhound 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.