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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Washington Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Sterling
    Destination location: Dulles Airport, VA
    Operated by: Megabus USMegabus US
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $20
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Washington Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Sterling
    Destination location: Dulles Airport, VA
    Operated by: Megabus USMegabus US
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $24
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Washington Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: Sterling
    Destination location: Dulles Airport, VA
    Operated by: Megabus USMegabus US
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $24
Bus Washington to Sterling: Trip Overview

Bus Washington to Sterling: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$26
Average bus trip duration1h 10m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure9:35 AM
Distance25 miles (39 km)
Latest bus departure12:50 PM

Washington to Sterling Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures2
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures9:35AM - 12:50PM
Minimum Price$20
Average Ticket Price$26
Minimum Trip Duration45m
Average Bus Trip Duration1h10m
Distance25 miles (39 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteMegabus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Washington - Sterling

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Sterling without a car. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

On average, the trip from Washington to Sterling takes around 1h 10m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 45m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 23 miles (37 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Washington and Sterling is 23 miles (37 km).

About 2 buses travel this route daily, provided by Megabus. The number of buses running from Washington to Sterling may change based on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Washington to Sterling a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your style and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates between 9:35 AM and 12:50 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from Washington to Sterling start their journey at Union Station and wind up at Dulles Town Center. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Washington to Sterling by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $22.

You can expect to pay around $26 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $22 and $26, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Yes, a day trip from Washington to Sterling is definitely doable. The total time it takes to make a round-trip between Washington and Sterling is about 1h 30m. So you'll have plenty of time to discover Sterling before making your way back to Washington.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Washington to Sterling.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Washington to Sterling, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Washington to Sterling will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Washington to Sterling while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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