How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Newark?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Newark start from $6. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Newark?

The average bus trip duration from Washington to Newark is 5h, covering a distance of 189 miles (305 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 35m and is operated by Aviator Charters .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Newark route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Peter Pan , Amtrak , Aviator Charters , OurBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Newark at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Newark generates an estimated 8 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 Newark?

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 5759 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Newark?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Washington to Newark?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Washington to Newark from $22 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Washington to Newark on February 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:00pm	Washington	5h 55m	8:55pm	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:30pm	Union Station	3h 55m	10:25pm	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
	Bus	4:50am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	5h 15m	10:05am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:40pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	7h 15m	1:55am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
	Bus	1:05am	Union Station	4h 20m	5:25am	Newark Penn Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 5 hours and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

33bus per day

5hAverage Duration

189 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$6 - $87	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$19 - $486	Average Duration3h 1m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Newark?

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 Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,523 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Customers express dissatisfaction with the service, specifically mentioning delays and late arrivals. These issues seem to be consistent across multiple reviews. Additionally, one review mentions poor bus maintenance as a possible factor for the negative experience.

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Washington Newark recent customer reviews

Demora a la hora de salida, el horario programado era a las 6:45 am y salimos 8:20 am

Dunia Marcela R.

June 27, 2024

The bus was late, then it was full without space for everybody, the bus that was supposed to leave at 12:20am ended up leaving at 2am

Letícia G.

May 18, 2024

My trip at 8. 30 was been delayed. It's was been absolutely stupid. Because I paid extra 100$ for founding another bus to airport newark. And your company not return money for ticket ( 65$)

Nataliia K.

October 8, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/512,222 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

The trips were punctual and smooth, with clean seats. However, customers suggest having internet onboard for an improved experience.

FlixBus Washington Newark recent customer reviews

Very bad experience I didn’t get my seat my wife she have separate seat and we both very uncomfortable

Qammaruddi A.

June 29, 2025

Flixbus took 50.00 from me and only gave me a 17.00 voucher. They are a predatory business in my opinion.

Milton M.

June 27, 2024

The trip was super smooth and the seats were clean. That’s always my biggest thing

Zaria T.

November 3, 2023

Peter Pan

4/56,426 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

Amtrak

4/55,759 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Users have praised the train service for its cleanliness, punctuality, and overall smooth journey. Many found it to be fast and relaxing. However, some mentioned that stops were not announced on the PA system and there was no air conditioning in certain cars, which caused discomfort during their trips.

Amtrak Washington Newark recent customer reviews

Smooth journey overall but did not announce my stop on the PA system, causing me to miss it.

Aleyna A.

August 16, 2024

First ever, it was a very good experience except the dismount. There was/is no guidance on the duration of stop at Newark - our destination. As a result, before we would dismount alongside accompanying kids, the train left for New York Station. That added a lot of distress and increased the travel time by over one hour.

Fakhera I.

July 2, 2024

There was no air conditioning in the quiet car. This made the trip a bit uncomfortable.

Cathleen M.

July 24, 2022

Aviator Charters

OurBus

4/53,188 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3

According to customer reviews, the bus service received positive feedback for its efficiency and helpful staff. However, there were complaints about unclear information during the booking process regarding transfers from a bus to a van. Additionally, delays occurred due to late departures and extended stops at each stop along the route. Despite these issues mentioned in multiple reviews, overall satisfaction with the service remains high.

OurBus Washington Newark recent customer reviews

Bus arrived on time but we left 20 min late. Bus sat at each stop for several minutes and we arrived late at each stop so no idea why we waited.

Shawtanet M.

November 27, 2022

It was extremely unclear in the booking process that we would be switching from a bus to a van. If there are transfers in the itinerary, it should be extremely clear in the booking process. Second, the driver was not given an updated list of passengers, which delayed the start of the trip.

James B.

November 24, 2022

Absolutely great service; clean. Driver was professionally . I just wish that route was more frequent

Samantha B.

January 19, 2020

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Newark, NJ 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 Newark?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Newark start from $6. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Newark?
The average bus trip duration from Washington to Newark is 5h, covering a distance of 189 miles (305 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 35m and is operated by Aviator Charters.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Newark route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Peter Pan, Amtrak, Aviator Charters, OurBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Newark?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Newark at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Newark?
A bus trip from Washington to Newark generates an estimated 8 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 Newark?
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 5759 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Newark?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Washington to Newark?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Newark?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

02/16

$54

02/17

$45

Today

$22

02/19

$25

02/20

$23

02/21

$23

02/22

$23

02/23

$23

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Feb 18, 2026 with a price of $22

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 Newark, NJ, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $22 to $79 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $23 which is on 2026-02-20.

Usually FlixBus, 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.