How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Harrisburg?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Harrisburg start from $28. The average price for this route is around $50. 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 Washington to Harrisburg?

The average bus trip duration from Washington to Harrisburg is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 89 miles (144 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 40m and is operated by OurBus .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Harrisburg route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Harrisburg at 7:30am. And the latest bus departs at 5:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Harrisburg generates an estimated 4 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 Washington to Harrisburg?

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 Washington to Harrisburg?

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 Washington to Harrisburg?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OurBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Harrisburg?

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 Washington to Harrisburg from $21 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Washington to Harrisburg on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		10:55am	Union Station	3h	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Washington to Harrisburg on December 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:45am	Union Station	3h 10m	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	Cheapest
	10:55am	Union Station	3h	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	Fastest
	3:20am	Union Station	5h 53m	9:13am	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	8:30am	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	5h 25m	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	No tags
	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	6h 25m	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Harrisburg on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:45am	Union Station	3h 10m	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	Cheapest
	10:55am	Union Station	3h	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	Fastest
	3:20am	Union Station	5h 53m	9:13am	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	8:30am	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	5h 25m	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	No tags
	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	6h 25m	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Harrisburg on December 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:45am	Union Station	3h 10m	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	Cheapest
	10:55am	Union Station	3h	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	8:30am	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	5h 25m	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	No tags
	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	6h 25m	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Harrisburg on December 14
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:45am	Union Station	3h 10m	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	Cheapest
	10:55am	Union Station	3h	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	8:30am	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	5h 25m	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	No tags
	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	6h 25m	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Harrisburg on December 15
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:45am	Union Station	3h 10m	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	Cheapest
	10:55am	Union Station	3h	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	Fastest
	3:20am	Union Station	5h 53m	9:13am	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	8:30am	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	5h 25m	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	No tags
	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	6h 25m	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Harrisburg on December 17
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:45am	Union Station	3h 10m	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	Cheapest
10:55am	Union Station	3h	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	Fastest
3:20am	Union Station	5h 53m	9:13am	Harrisburg, PA	No tags
7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	6h 25m	1:55pm	Harrisburg Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 8:38 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Harrisburg

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Harrisburg. The journey takes about 5 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

5h 25mAverage Duration

89 milesDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$28 - $140	Average Duration5h 25m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$51 - $491	Average Duration4h 35m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Harrisburg?

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

Stops in Harrisburg

A
Harrisburg Bieber Greyhound Station
411 Market St, Harrisburg, PA 17101

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,422 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 Washington Harrisburg recent customer reviews

After waiting over an hour and 45 minutes, I decided to not even take the bus. Every 20 minutes, the staff would tell us 20 more minutes. If I had known how late it would be, I would have just left earlier.

Megan F.

January 25, 2020

Bus canceled, which makes sense because of the snowstorm but the staff in DC was very rude and not helpful at all

Chloe B.

January 20, 2019

The worst experience. We were standing in a line for the bus for 2 hours.. No one from the staff informed us what is happening. After 2 hours bus arrived. And I got late to my meeting in Harrisburg PA. First time user and I realized that it's not reliable at all...

Martynas K.

June 21, 2018

OurBus

4/53,170 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

With about 1 daily trips between Washington and Harrisburg, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

Amtrak

4/55,635 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,566 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 Washington, DC, US to Harrisburg 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 Washington to Harrisburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Harrisburg start from $28. The average price for this route is around $50. 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 Washington to Harrisburg?
The average bus trip duration from Washington to Harrisburg is 5h 25m, covering a distance of 89 miles (144 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 40m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Harrisburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, OurBus, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Harrisburg?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Harrisburg at 7:30am. And the latest bus departs at 5:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Harrisburg?
A bus trip from Washington to Harrisburg generates an estimated 4 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 Washington to Harrisburg?
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 Washington to Harrisburg?
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 Washington to Harrisburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Harrisburg?
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

12/08

$25

12/09

$30

Today

$24

12/11

$24

12/12

$32

12/13

$29

12/14

$34

12/15

$27

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Harrisburg was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $24

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

You can expect to pay from $24 to $115 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Harrisburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-12-11.

Usually Amtrak 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.