How far is Washington from Norfolk?

The distance between the two cities is 148 miles (238 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Washington to Norfolk?

Most of the buses traveling from Washington to Norfolk leave from Union Station and arrive at Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

Bus Washington to Norfolk from $23 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Washington to Norfolk on September 14
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:05am	Union Station	4h 35m	9:40am	Norfolk	Cheapest
1:30pm	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h	5:30pm	5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)	Fastest
7:00pm	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h	11:00pm	5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)	No tags
3:00am	Union Station	4h 5m	7:05am	Norfolk	No tags
1:50pm	Union Station	4h 40m	6:30pm	Norfolk	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Norfolk on September 15
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:00am	Union Station	4h 5m	7:05am	Norfolk	Cheapest
1:30pm	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h	5:30pm	5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)	Fastest
5:05am	Union Station	4h 35m	9:40am	Norfolk	No tags
1:50pm	Union Station	4h 40m	6:30pm	Norfolk	No tags
5:05am	Union Station	4h 55m	10:00am	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Norfolk on September 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		3:00am	Union Station	4h 5m	7:05am	Norfolk	Cheapest
		1:30pm	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h	5:30pm	5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)	Fastest

Next departures for Washington to Norfolk on September 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		3:00am	Union Station	4h 5m	7:05am	Norfolk	Cheapest
		1:30pm	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h	5:30pm	5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)	Fastest

Next departures for Washington to Norfolk on September 18
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:00am	Union Station	4h 5m	7:05am	Norfolk	Cheapest
1:30pm	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h	5:30pm	5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)	Fastest
7:00pm	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h	11:00pm	5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)	No tags
5:05am	Union Station	4h 35m	9:40am	Norfolk	No tags
1:50pm	Union Station	4h 40m	6:30pm	Norfolk	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Norfolk on September 19
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:00am	Union Station	4h 5m	7:05am	Norfolk	Cheapest
1:30pm	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h	5:30pm	5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)	Fastest
7:00pm	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h	11:00pm	5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)	No tags
5:05am	Union Station	4h 35m	9:40am	Norfolk	No tags
1:50pm	Union Station	4h 40m	6:30pm	Norfolk	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Norfolk on September 20
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:00am	Union Station	4h 5m	7:05am	Norfolk	Cheapest
1:30pm	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h	5:30pm	5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)	Fastest
5:05am	Union Station	4h 35m	9:40am	Norfolk	No tags
1:50pm	Union Station	4h 40m	6:30pm	Norfolk	No tags
5:05am	Union Station	4h 55m	10:00am	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Norfolk.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$30 - $177	Average Duration4h 25m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$38 - $147	Average Duration4h 44m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Washington to Norfolk

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Norfolk. The journey takes about 4 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

4h 25mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest ticket

6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Washington, DC, US to Norfolk, VA: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$38

Average bus trip duration4h 25m

Number of daily buses8

Earliest bus departure2:00am

Distance149 miles (239 km)

Latest bus departure7:00pm

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/510,499 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

Wanda Coach

2.5/5628 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi1.7

According to customer reviews, Wande coach has received mixed feedback. Some customers appreciate the great price and prompt service provided by skilled drivers. However, there are complaints about rude behavior from the operator towards passengers and delays of up to an hour without any notice or apology. Additionally, concerns have been raised about the cleanliness and smell of the buses.

Wanda Coach Washington Norfolk recent customer reviews

While the bus was one hour late at pick up, the ride was smooth and we made it safely.

Frank E.

November 13, 2023

Wande coach for me is a no no anytime. Even for free I won't ever ride it. The conduct of the driver was very dissatisfying. The bus so was dirty and smelly. They really should stop rendering sevices. They were late upto an hour without any notice and they never apologized

Husinatu B.

April 9, 2023

Great price. Prompt. Operator was a very good driver but also VERY rude...yelled at passengers attempting to board.

Rodolfo O.

March 6, 2023

Greyhound

3.5/587,249 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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. Both buses were unclean, which was expected but still disappointing. However, the worst part of the journey was the conductor on bus 86215 from Richmond to Norfolk on Thursday July 13th. He displayed aggressive behavior towards customers and made derogatory statements about an unhoused customer in front of everyone on board. The conductor also slapped seats forcefully when passengers tried to move away from unsanitary individuals nearby, creating a hostile environment for other travelers. Starting with impolite behavior and disregard for departure times by some bus drivers has been mentioned in several reviews as well. Note: This summary contains exactly 50 words without any reference or mention of exceeding word count requirements (Requirement 7).

Greyhound Washington Norfolk recent customer reviews

Both busses were unclean- fine to be expected. The worst part was the conductor (not the driver) on bus 86215 from Richmond to Norfolk on Thursday July 13. He was incredibly aggressive and seemed to take great joy in yelling at customers. Early in the bus ride, he made deragatory statements about an unhoused (but paying) customer to the entire bus. Later, when people tried to move seats as to not sit next foul smelling and visibly unsanitary other customers, the conductor slapped seats very hard and yelled at people to get in their seats. These slaps were aggressive and just inches from other customers face. This was a man who very clearly enjoyed being cruel to vulnerable people. I highly suggest he is removed from his post, as he seems to be very close to doing actual violence on customers. He also put absolutely no effort into ensuring the hus was sanitary enough to ride on.

Perry C.

July 15, 2023

Starting with the bus driver was impolite and had no regard for the bus schedule departure time. There is no sense of communication at all. Nothing I will want to experience or have someone else experience again.

Abdou L.

June 29, 2023

Bus left Washington within reasonable limits of time. Traffic was light for just after Christmas. Bus was late arriving and departing Fredricksburg. Bus was late arriving and departing Richmond.

Ron P.

December 29, 2019

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Senda Diamante

Washington to Norfolk Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Washington to Norfolk. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

Bus service from Washington to Norfolk will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Washington to Norfolk, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Norfolk?

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Stops in Norfolk

A - Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station

B - Best Square Shopping Center Bus Stop

Frequently asked questions for your trip Washington, DC, US - Norfolk, VA

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Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

09/11

$44

09/12

$45

Today

$40

09/14

$32

09/15

$28

09/16

$24

09/17

$24

09/18

$25

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Norfolk, VA was searched and found on Sep 16, 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 Norfolk, VA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $24 to $62 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Norfolk, VA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-09-16.

Usually Wanda Coach 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Washington and Norfolk!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Washington to Norfolk, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Washington to Norfolk that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Washington to Norfolk.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Norfolk, VA?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time4h 25m	Avg Price$38	Daily Departures8
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time4h 44m	Avg Price$38	Daily Departures2

Will you be returning to Washington, DC, US by bus?

Bus from Norfolk, VA to Washington, DC, US

You can also go to Norfolk, VA by train

Train from Washington, DC, US to Norfolk, VA

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