How much is the bus ticket from Denver to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Denver to Washington start from $144. The average price for this route is around $209. 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 Denver to Washington?

The average bus trip duration from Denver to Washington is 2d 4h, covering a distance of 1485 miles (2395 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Denver to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Denver to Washington at 6:55pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:10pm.

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

A bus trip from Denver to Washington generates an estimated 60 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Denver to Washington from $160 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Denver to Washington on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:25pm	DENVER	1d 21h	7:05pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	Cheapest
	Bus	7:25pm	DENVER	1d 14h	11:30am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	8:10pm	DENVER	2d 4h	2:55am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:10pm	DENVER	2d 14h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:10pm	DENVER	2d 19h	5:15pm	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	No tags

Next departures for Denver to Washington on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:25pm	DENVER	2d 4h	1:40am	Dupont Circle	Cheapest
	Bus	7:25pm	DENVER	1d 14h	11:30am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	8:10pm	DENVER	2d 4h	2:55am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:25pm	DENVER	1d 19h	4:50pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:10pm	DENVER	2d 18h	4:50pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags

Next departures for Denver to Washington on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:25pm	DENVER	1d 14h	11:30am	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	8:10pm	DENVER	2d 4h	2:55am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:25pm	DENVER	1d 19h	4:50pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:10pm	DENVER	2d 14h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	7:25pm	DENVER	1d 16h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Denver to Washington on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:55pm	DENVER	2d 8h	5:20am	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	Cheapest
	Bus	7:25pm	DENVER	1d 14h	11:30am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	8:10pm	DENVER	2d 4h	2:55am	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	7:25pm	DENVER	1d 16h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Denver to Washington on February 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:10pm	DENVER	2d 4h	2:25am	Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	7:25pm	DENVER	1d 14h	11:30am	Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:10pm	DENVER	2d 14h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	7:25pm	DENVER	1d 16h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	8:10pm	DENVER	2d 6h	4:45am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Denver to Washington on February 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:10pm	DENVER	2d 6h	4:45am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	7:25pm	DENVER	1d 14h	11:35am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	8:10pm	DENVER	2d 4h	2:25am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:25pm	DENVER	1d 19h	4:50pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:10pm	DENVER	2d 14h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Denver to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 11 minutes and with fares starting at just $174, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 16hAverage Duration

1488 milesDistance

218kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$144 - $405	Average Duration2d 4h	CO₂ emissions 60kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$174 - $538	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 218kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Denver and Washington?

Stops in Denver

A
Union Station
1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202
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B
Bus Station
1055 19th St, Denver, CO 80202

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

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.

Greyhound Denver Washington recent customer reviews

Terrible I will never use again

Brandyn B.

May 20, 2018

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Denver 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 Denver to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Denver to Washington start from $144. The average price for this route is around $209. 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 Denver to Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Denver to Washington is 2d 4h, covering a distance of 1485 miles (2395 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Denver to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Denver to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Denver to Washington at 6:55pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Denver to Washington?
A bus trip from Denver to Washington generates an estimated 60 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

01/27

$462

01/28

$296

Today

$335

01/30

$349

01/31

$236

02/01

$190

02/02

$191

02/03

$310

The cheapest trip from Denver to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Feb 1, 2026 with a price of $190

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

You can expect to pay from $190 to $465 for a bus ticket from Denver to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $190 which is on 2026-02-01.