How much is the bus ticket from Salt Lake City to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Salt Lake City to Washington start from $199. The average price for this route is around $330. 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 Salt Lake City to Washington?

The average bus trip duration from Salt Lake City to Washington is 2d 6h, covering a distance of 1838 miles (2965 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 1h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Salt Lake City to Washington route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salt Lake City to Washington?

The earliest bus departs from Salt Lake City to Washington at 7:50am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salt Lake City to Washington?

A bus trip from Salt Lake City to Washington generates an estimated 74 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Salt Lake City to Washington from $164 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Salt Lake City to Washington on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	7:20am	Salt Lake City Transit Center	2d 9h	7:05pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	7:20am	Salt Lake City Transit Center	2d 3h	12:35pm	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	7:20am	Salt Lake City Transit Center	2d 12h	10:15pm	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	7:20am	Salt Lake City Transit Center	2d 14h	11:20pm	Dupont Circle	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	7:20am	Salt Lake City Transit Center	3d 3h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Salt Lake City 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 days, 6 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $199, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

2d 6hAverage Duration

1838 milesDistance

74kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$199 - $517	Average Duration2d 6h	CO₂ emissions 74kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$354 - $1,730	Average Duration2d 7h	CO₂ emissions 270kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Salt Lake City and Washington?

Stops in Salt Lake City

A
Central Station
300 S 600 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
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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

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Greyhound

3.5/587,427 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Salt Lake City to Washington start from $199. The average price for this route is around $330. 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 Salt Lake City to Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Salt Lake City to Washington is 2d 6h, covering a distance of 1838 miles (2965 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 1h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Salt Lake City to Washington route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salt Lake City to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Salt Lake City to Washington at 7:50am. And the latest bus departs at 8:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salt Lake City to Washington?
A bus trip from Salt Lake City to Washington generates an estimated 74 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

12/09

No data

12/10

$223

Today

$246

12/12

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12/13

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12/14

$249

12/15

$164

12/16

$215

The cheapest trip from Salt Lake City to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $164

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

You can expect to pay from $164 to $271 for a bus ticket from Salt Lake City to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $164 which is on 2025-12-15.