Next available departures

Next departures for Scranton to Washington on October 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:50pm	Scranton Bus Station	15h 25m	12:15pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:50pm	Scranton Bus Station	10h	6:50am	Union Station	Fastest

Next departures for Scranton to Washington on October 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	5:30pm	Scranton Bus Station	13h 55m	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:00am	Scranton, PA	5h 38m	11:38am	Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	3:35am	Scranton	7h 55m	11:30am	Union Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:05am	Scranton	7h 55m	7:00pm	Union Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:40am	Scranton Bus Station	9h 50m	4:30pm	Union Station	No tags
	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:00am	Scranton, PA	5h 38m	11:38am	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + FlixBus	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	11:35am	Scranton	12h 5m	11:40pm	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:35am	Scranton Bus Station	10h 40m	7:15pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:35 AM EDT.

Get from Scranton to Washington

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day

11h 30mAverage Duration

184 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Bus stations and stops in Scranton and Washington

Stops in Scranton

A
Scranton Bus Station
23 Lackawanna Ave, Scranton, PA 18503, 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
Silver Spring - Metro
8402 Colesville Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20910, USA
D
Pentagon City
1100 S Hayes St, Arlington, VA 22202, USA
E
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
F
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA

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Greyhound

3.5/588,239 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness3.0

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.

Amtrak

4.1/56,575 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/516,283 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

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.

Martz Trailways

4.6/53 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness5.0

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Tufesa, Chihuahuenses, Adirondack Trailways, Valley Transit, Wanda Coach

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Scranton 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 Scranton to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Scranton to Washington start from $52. The average price for this route is around $86. 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 Scranton to Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Scranton to Washington is 11h 30m, covering a distance of 184 miles (297 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 33m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Scranton to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus, Martz Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Scranton to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Scranton to Washington at 3:35am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Scranton to Washington?
A bus trip from Scranton to Washington generates an estimated 7.4175749999999985 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 Scranton to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Martz Trailways, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Scranton 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 Scranton to Washington?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Martz Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Scranton to Washington?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Martz Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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

10/15

$56

10/16

No data

Today

$53

10/18

$74

10/19

$46

10/20

$44

10/21

$51

10/22

$51

The cheapest trip from Scranton to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Oct 20, 2026 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 Scranton to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $44 to $411 for a bus ticket from Scranton 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 2026-10-20.

Usually Greyhound 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.