How much is the bus ticket from Petersburg to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Petersburg to Washington start from $32. The average price for this route is around $41. 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 Petersburg to Washington?

The average bus trip duration from Petersburg to Washington is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 123 miles (198 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Petersburg to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

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

The earliest bus departs from Petersburg to Washington at 7:55am. And the latest bus departs at 1:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Petersburg to Washington generates an estimated 5 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 Petersburg 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 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Petersburg 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 Petersburg 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 Petersburg 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 Petersburg to Washington from $27 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Petersburg to Washington on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	2h 55m	4:25pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:10am	Petersburg Transportation Center	2h 25m	10:35am	Union Station	Fastest
Bus	8:10am	Petersburg Transportation Center	5h 45m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Petersburg to Washington on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	2h 55m	4:25pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:10am	Petersburg Transportation Center	2h 25m	10:35am	Union Station	Fastest
Bus	8:10am	Petersburg Transportation Center	5h 45m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Petersburg to Washington on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	2h 55m	4:25pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:10am	Petersburg Transportation Center	2h 25m	10:35am	Union Station	Fastest
Bus	8:10am	Petersburg Transportation Center	5h 45m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Petersburg to Washington on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	2h 55m	4:25pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:10am	Petersburg Transportation Center	2h 25m	10:35am	Union Station	Fastest
Bus	8:10am	Petersburg Transportation Center	5h 45m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	4h 10m	5:40pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Petersburg to Washington on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	2h 55m	4:25pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:10am	Petersburg Transportation Center	2h 25m	10:35am	Union Station	Fastest
Bus	8:10am	Petersburg Transportation Center	5h 45m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	4h 10m	5:40pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Petersburg to Washington on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	2h 55m	4:25pm	Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:10am	Petersburg Transportation Center	2h 25m	10:35am	Union Station	Fastest
Bus	8:10am	Petersburg Transportation Center	5h 45m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
Bus	1:30pm	Petersburg Transportation Center	4h 10m	5:40pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 8:59 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Petersburg 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 2 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

2h 55mAverage Duration

123 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$32 - $106	Average Duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$31 - $306	Average Duration3h 12m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,430 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 Lines, Inc. Petersburg Washington recent customer reviews

Delayed trip inconvenienced my entire day

T M.

October 28, 2025

Amtrak

4/55,641 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Petersburg 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 Petersburg to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Petersburg to Washington start from $32. The average price for this route is around $41. 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 Petersburg to Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Petersburg to Washington is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 123 miles (198 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Petersburg to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Petersburg to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Petersburg to Washington at 7:55am. And the latest bus departs at 1:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Petersburg to Washington?
A bus trip from Petersburg to Washington generates an estimated 5 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 Petersburg 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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Petersburg 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 Petersburg 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 Petersburg 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/11

$26

12/12

$28

Today

$27

12/14

$30

12/15

$30

12/16

$30

12/17

$29

12/18

$44

The cheapest trip from Petersburg to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $26

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

You can expect to pay from $26 to $81 for a bus ticket from Petersburg to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2025-12-17.