How much is the bus ticket from Hartford to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Hartford to Washington start from $47. The average price for this route is around $70. 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 Hartford to Washington?

The average bus trip duration from Hartford to Washington is 10h 5m, covering a distance of 303 miles (488 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 29m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Hartford to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , Peter Pan , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Hartford to Washington at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

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

A bus trip from Hartford 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 Hartford 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 5597 reviews.

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

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

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Hartford to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Hartford to Washington from $44 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Hartford to Washington on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:05pm	Harford Union Station	7h 15m	6:20am	Washington	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:45pm	Harford Union Station	8h 35m	3:20am	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	9:15pm	Harford Union Station	8h 45m	6:00am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10pm	Harford Union Station	13h 10m	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	9:40pm	Harford Union Station	9h 10m	6:50am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Hartford to Washington on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:10am	Harford Union Station	8h 45m	5:55pm	Washington	Cheapest
	Bus	12:00pm	Harford Union Station	7h 55m	7:55pm	Washington	Fastest
	Bus	4:20am	Harford Union Station	10h 5m	2:25pm	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:50am	Harford Union Station	8h 10m	7:00pm	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	2:40pm	Harford Union Station	8h 50m	11:30pm	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Hartford to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 6 hours 52 minutes and with fares starting at just $51, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

6h 52mAverage Duration

302 milesDistance

44kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$47 - $208	Average Duration10h 5m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$51 - $827	Average Duration6h 52m	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Hartford and Washington?

Stops in Hartford

A
Harford Union Station
1 Union PL, Hartford, CT 06103, USA
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B
Connecticut Convention Center
100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT 06103, USA

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

3.5/587,407 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 Hartford Washington recent customer reviews

awful awful awful awful customer service

Jade W.

January 7, 2024

Good service

Annah M.

December 29, 2020

Great bus

Redeat T.

November 27, 2018

Amtrak

4/55,614 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Peter Pan

4/56,351 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

Based on 6351 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Peter Pan ticket prices on this trip start at $63

Peter Pan Hartford Washington recent customer reviews

The bus service was very good but the first driver that we had was not very nice not professional.

Jerry S.

June 22, 2018

So good

Margaret N.

June 14, 2021

Charging port was in the bus that was very bad.

Shana-lee D.

July 10, 2018

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Hartford, CT 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 Hartford to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Hartford to Washington start from $47. The average price for this route is around $70. 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 Hartford to Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Hartford to Washington is 10h 5m, covering a distance of 303 miles (488 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 29m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Hartford to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, Peter Pan, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hartford to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Hartford to Washington at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hartford to Washington?
A bus trip from Hartford 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 Hartford 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hartford to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Hartford to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Hartford to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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

$73

11/28

$66

Today

$85

11/30

$88

12/01

$55

12/02

$49

12/03

$44

12/04

$44

The cheapest trip from Hartford, CT to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $44

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

You can expect to pay from $44 to $226 for a bus ticket from Hartford, CT to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $44 which is on 2025-12-03.

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.