Question 1

Is it cheaper to drive or take the bus from DC to NYC?

Accepted Answer

It's typically cheaper and more convenient to take a bus from DC to New York City instead of driving your own vehicle. Most bus tickets for this route are relatively inexpensive, whereas driving your own car can incur expenses upwards of $100 depending on whether you use toll roads and where you end up parking once you reach New York. By taking an intercity bus instead, you don't have to worry about paying tolls, New York's expensive parking, the cost of gas, or the stress of driving in one of the world's most congested cities.

Question 2

Is it safe to travel by bus from Washington to New York during the COVID-19 pandemic?

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Our bus partners have implemented several different policies to keep you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. From limiting vehicle capacity to enhancing cleaning protocols and upgrading air filters, bus carriers are committed to maintaining a safe environment. For details on what each company is doing to ensure their fleet remains safe for travel, click here.
In addition, federal law requires all bus passengers to wear a face covering for the entire duration of the trip. Please make sure you are wearing a face mask or you may not be allowed to board the bus.
Please visit our COVID-19 Travel Guide for more information on all carrier policies and the latest travel advisories issued by every U.S. state, Canadian province, and European country.

Question 3

What is the busiest day of the week to travel by bus?

Accepted Answer

Buses departing from Washington DC to New York tend to have the most passangers on Monday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Monday. If you are trying to snag a cheap bus tickets or just want an emptier bus you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Thursday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

Question 4

What bus companies travel from Washington DC to New York?

Accepted Answer

There are 9 bus lines from Washington DC to New York available for you to search and book on Wanderu. With 19 daily trips, FlixBus US usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

Question 5

How much is a bus ticket from Washington DC to New York?

Accepted Answer

$18.84 is the average price of a bus ticket from Washington DC to New York. Taking a bus is an affordable way to make this trip. 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.

Question 6

How many buses are there each day?

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There are 56 scheduled buses that travel from Washington DC to New York every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Washington DC to New York without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Washington DC to New York; ticket prices start at $36.42.

Question 7

How long is the bus ride?

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The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 38 minutes to cover the 328 kilometers from Washington DC to New York. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 15 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.

Question 8

When do the earliest and latest buses leave Washington DC?

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The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Washington DC to New York, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Question 9

Where does the bus arrive in New York?

Accepted Answer

Buses arrive in New York at 11 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

Question 10

Where does the bus leave from in Washington DC?

Accepted Answer

Buses to New York leave from 12 stations in Washington.

Question 11

Prices as travel date approaches

Accepted Answer

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 12 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save C$9.48 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

Question 12

Average prices by travel date

Accepted Answer

Over the next four weeks, the average ticket price of a bus from Washington DC to New York is expected to range from C to C. If you are looking to travel to New York within the next week, you can find bus tickets starting from C. The cheapest bus tickets in the next month are C and can be found on .

Question 13

Monthly average prices

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The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in . That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just C – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Washington DC to New York in , expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to C at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.

Question 14

Need a return trip from New York to Washington DC?

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Question 15

Wanderu is the simplest way to book bus and train travel.

Accepted Answer

With just a quick search on Wanderu, you can compare bus and train schedules and prices from hundreds of travel companies in one convenient place to find the trip that works best for you. Wanderu’s simple checkout process makes it easy to book cheap bus and train tickets hassle-free and with no additional fees. Most importantly, as Wanderu is an official partner of all leading bus and train companies, we always have the best bus and train deals out there.

	Distance	204 mi (328 km)
	Shortest duration	3h 15m
	Cheapest price	$18.84
	Trips per day	56
	Most frequent service	FlixBus US
	Bus lines	9

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
BestBus	3	4h 11m	$45.13
BestBus Prime	1	4h 11m	$57.92
FlixBus US	19	4h 41m	$28.47
Greyhound	11	5h 59m	$48.85
OurBus	3	4h 12m	$41.21
PandaNY Bus	4	4h 11m	$45.74
Peter Pan Lines	6	4h 24m	$42.42
Wanda Coach	5	4h 9m	$47.08
Washington Deluxe	4	4h 30m	$44.04

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