How much is the bus ticket from San Jose to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Washington start from $218. The average price for this route is around $590. 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 San Jose to Washington?

The average bus trip duration from San Jose to Washington is 3d 3h, covering a distance of 2411 miles (3889 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 22h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the San Jose to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Washington at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25am.

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

A bus trip from San Jose to Washington generates an estimated 97 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 San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Jose 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 San Jose to Washington from $166 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for San Jose to Washington on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:55am	Diridon Station	3d 2h	5:55am	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	12:55am	Diridon Station	3d 19h	11:20pm	Dupont Circle	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	12:55am	Diridon Station	3d 15h	7:10pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	9:15am	Diridon Station	2d 22h	10:50am	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	12:50pm	Diridon Station	3d 3h	7:20pm	Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from San Jose 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 3 days, 3 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $218, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

3d 3hAverage Duration

2411 milesDistance

97kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$218 - $777	Average Duration3d 3h	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$433 - $598	Average Duration3d 3h	CO₂ emissions 354kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Jose and Washington?

Stops in San Jose

A
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St., San Jose, CA 95110
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B
Santiago Express San Jose
440 S King rd , an Jose CA 95116
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C
1118 E William St
1118 E William St, San Jose, CA 95116, USA
D
San Jose Bus Stop
100 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95113, USA
E
Tamien Station
Guadalupe Fwy, San Jose, CA 95110, USA
F
Diridon Station
65 Cahill St, San Jose, CA 95110, USA

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

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.

Amtrak

4/55,636 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,577 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, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from San Jose, US 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 San Jose to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Jose to Washington start from $218. The average price for this route is around $590. 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 San Jose to Washington?
The average bus trip duration from San Jose to Washington is 3d 3h, covering a distance of 2411 miles (3889 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 22h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Jose to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from San Jose to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from San Jose to Washington at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Jose to Washington?
A bus trip from San Jose to Washington generates an estimated 97 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 San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from San Jose 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.

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$279

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The cheapest trip from San Jose, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $166

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

You can expect to pay from $166 to $1,339 for a bus ticket from San Jose, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $166 which is on 2025-12-15.