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Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Washington DC to Hampton. Traveling by bus from Washington DC to Hampton usually takes around 4 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest Wanda Coach bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 135 mi (217 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 30m |
| Cheapest price | £32.17 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Buses from Washington DC to Hampton
- FlixBus US: 1 daily buses from C£49
- Greyhound: 3 daily buses from C£32
- Wanda Coach: 1 daily buses from C£36
How much is a bus ticket from Washington DC to Hampton?
£36.22 is the average price of a bus ticket from Washington DC to Hampton. Any tickets cheaper than £36.22 can be considered a great deal. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Average prices by travel date
Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from Washington DC to Hampton is expected to range from £35 to £47. If you are looking to travel to Hampton within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from £35. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are £35 and can be found on April 30, 2024.
Monthly average prices
The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in May. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just £35 – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Washington DC to Hampton in November, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to £43 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap bus tickets is to book at least 28 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save C£13.77 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
What bus companies travel from Washington DC to Hampton?
There are 3 bus lines from Washington DC to Hampton available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 3 daily trips, Greyhound usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 8h 23m | £70.99 |
| Greyhound | 3 | 4h 34m | £51.18 |
| Wanda Coach | 1 | 3h 30m | £36.21 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German bus company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern bus travel. The company offers cheap bus tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US buses include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trips per day from Washington to Hampton, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 3 bus trips from Washington to Hampton every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 34 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Hampton usually start from £32.
Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown bus carriers in the U.S. The company offers 1 daily bus trips to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With bus ticket prices starting from £36 and convenient pick-up and drop-off locations, Wanda Coach is one of the preferred bus carriers for passengers looking to travel between the Chinatown districts of Washington and Hampton.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 9 minutes to cover the 217 kilometers from Washington DC to Hampton. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 30 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Because many passengers travel from Washington DC to Hampton at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 2:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Washington DC to Hampton, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Washington DC
Washington, DC is the capital of the United States, and as such, it offers many points of interest of governmental and historical value. DC is home to several iconic landmarks, including the White House where the U.S. president resides, the Capitol building that houses the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and the National Mall, where you can stop by the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the World War II Memorial. One of the reasons Washington, DC is among the best destinations to visit with your family is because it is home to so many world-famous museums, including the Smithsonians – 16 museums scattered across the District, most of which are open every day of the week, and even better, every single one is free.
D.C. is not just about politics and museums, though. The city’s active nightlife fittingly ranks it among the biggest party hubs in the country. Head to the vibrant Dupont Circle neighborhood to check out some of the finest restaurants that the nation’s capital has to offer, or join a food tour of Georgetown to get a taste of the area’s culture along with its cuisine.
Nested between Virginia and Maryland, Washington, D.C. is a key transportation hub with three nearby airports and several bus and train stations.
Hampton
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Link to image attributionHampton has a vibrant arts community and cultural attractions, like the Virginia Air and Space Center, the American Theatre, the Fort Monroe National Monument, and the Hampton History Museum. You can also easily visit Virginia Beach from Hampton, and the city offers cruises and harbor tours. Take amazing views at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel, and explore the Sandy Bottom Nature Park with your family. Try your hand at Atlantic fishing with the different charter fishing services, and play golf at the Woodlands Golf Course while in Hampton, VA.
Hampton is bustling with fun things to do for people of all ages and offers a thriving beer scene with popular names like St. George Brewing Company. Every year, Hampton organizes The Festival, which reenacts the 18th century Hampton when pirates overran it. If you can't wait till The Festival, the downtown Hampton area is located at the waterfront, with restaurants, art galleries, pubs, marinas, and a waterfront park.
You can easily travel to Hampton by bus. Greyhound offers the most routes, but you can also find liens from Wanda Coach. Hampton Roads Transit provides bus, ridesharing, light rail, paratransit, and ferry within the city.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Washington DC?
Main departure station: Union Station
Opened more than 100 years ago in 1907, Union Station is the largest transportation hub in Washington, D.C. with almost 5 million travelers passing through it every year. As the official headquarters of Amtrak, Union Station is the main train station in the U.S. capital. It is also a major hub for intercity bus travel, serving as the main bus station in D.C. for a number of carriers, including Greyhound, BoltBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus. Union Station offers easy transit connections to places all over D.C. with dedicated stops for the city’s metro, bus and streetcar services, as well as commuter rail for travelers to and from the surrounding areas. Additionally, with a full blown shopping mall on the premises, Union Station is also among the most popular shopping destinations in the nation's capital.
All bus stations in Washington DC:
Union Station
2230 New York Ave NE
Where does the bus arrive in Hampton?
Main arrival station: Hampton Bus Station
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Hampton.
Bus stations in Hampton:
Hampton Bus Station
2200 W Mercury Blvd
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