Cheap coach tickets from Washington DC to Newport News

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Coach from Washington DC to Newport News: Journey Information

There are 4 intercity coaches per day from Washington DC to Newport News. Travelling by coach from Washington DC to Newport News usually takes around 3 hours and 18 minutes, but the fastest Wanda Coach coach can make the trip in 3 hours and 15 minutes.

Distance
129 mi (208 km)
Shortest duration
3h 15m
Cheapest price
£17.97
Trips per day
4
Most frequent service
Amtrak Thruway
Coach lines
2

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Coach Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers

Average score for coaches from Washington DC to Newport News (Based on 6 ratings and reviews)

4.7

5.0

Isaac

27 September 2026 - Visiting family

Amtrak Thruway
Pros: The drivers were amazing. Cons: Nothing.

5.0

Venus

9 February 2026 - Solo travel

Amtrak Thruway
Pros: Everything Cons: The restrooms were out of order Tips: Bring a neck pillow

4.0

Gia

19 January 2026 - Solo travel

Amtrak Thruway
Pros: It was peaceful and fast and nice, I was even able to sleep on this bus. Cons: Maybe bigger seats with over head bins, so perhaps a bigger more powerful bus as the Driver was such a good driver. Plus WiFi outlets for charging our cells would be neat too. Tips: Get there 20-40mins early so you can enjoy the Union Station in DC it’s pretty and it has shops and food places too including coffee place inside the station.

5.0

Hazeen

24 December 2025 - Visiting family

Wanda Coach
Pros: It was nice quick and safe. Cons: Everything was alright. Tips: Enjoy your ride

4.0

Janette

25 August 2023 - Visiting family

Wanda Coach
Pros: Good price and reliability to get on the right spot Cons: Bus tracker would be great to have. Mine did not work so i couldn’t tell if bus was coming or not especially since it was running late. Tips: Bus is reliable, even when running late.
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How much is a coach ticket from Washington DC to Newport News?

Coach tickets for a trip from Washington DC to Newport News cost about £24 when you book at the cheapest time, 19 days ahead. Opting to take a coach is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Washington DC to Newport News by travel date

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If you're planning to travel by coach from Washington DC to Newport News in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £25 to £29. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 24 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Newport News this week, coach tickets are available starting at £25.

Average coach ticket prices from Washington DC to Newport News by month

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Taking the coach from Washington DC to Newport News is usually cheapest in May, when the average ticket price is only £29. If you're planning to take the coach from Washington DC to Newport News during December, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £33. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 19 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £4.96 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Washington DC to Newport News?

There are two coach lines that have daily service from Washington DC to Newport News that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Amtrak Thruway usually offers more choice, with 2 scheduled trips per day.

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Amtrak Thruway23h 26m£17.97
Wanda Coach13h 15m£29.94
  • Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger coaches operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railways. On the coach, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard toilet facilities. Amtrak Thruway coach tickets from Washington DC to Newport News start at £17.97. On average, there are 2 Amtrak Thruway coach trips on this route every day.

  • Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown coach carriers in the U.S. The company offers 1 daily coach trip to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With coach ticket prices starting from £29.94 and convenient pick-up and drop-off locations, Wanda Coach is one of the preferred coach carriers for passengers looking to travel between the Chinatown districts of Washington DC and Newport News.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Washington DC to Newport News

There are 4 scheduled coaches that travel from Washington DC to Newport News every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Washington DC to Newport News without transferring. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Washington DC to Newport News; ticket prices start at £18.

Trips per day

4

Direct trips

4

The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 18 minutes to cover the 129 miles from Washington DC to Newport News. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 hours and 15 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a film. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

129

Distance (km)

208

The first coach leaves at 9:00 and the last coach leaves at 19:00. To see the times for all coaches from Washington DC to Newport News, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

9:00am

Latest coach

7:00pm

Friday is the busiest travel day for coaches as people head from Washington DC to Newport News for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.

Most crowded

Friday

Least crowded

Tuesday

City Information

Washington DC

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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 neighbourhood 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 transport hub with three nearby airports and several coach and train stations.

Newport News

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Newport News is where you need to be if you want to see how ships, culture, history, and the great outdoors can merge into one incredible adventure. The most popular activities around here include bird watching, camping, boating, and of course, fishing. In this part of Virginia, you can choose between saltwater and freshwater fishing, thanks to the city's three marinas and seven boat ramps.

Among the most famous local historical and cultural destinations, you will find the Endview Plantation, James A. Fields House, and the Historic Hilton Village. Some of the most popular art and culture destinations include the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center, Ferguson Center for the Arts, and Peninsula Fine Arts Center.

For a taste of Newport News' finest wines, craft beers and distilled spirits, head over to Toast the Coast. That's where you get to experience what the best breweries, distilleries, and wineries from New Kent to Virginia Beach have to offer.

Newport News is served by Newport News/Williamsburg International Airport. The city's coach services are operated by Wanda Coach and Greyhound. Then, of course, there's also the Amtrak train service that takes you in and out of Newport News and into the Williamsburg Station.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Washington DC?

Main departure station: Union Station

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Opened more than 100 years ago in 1907, Union Station is the largest transport hub in Washington, D.C. with almost 5 million travellers 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 coach travel, serving as the main coach 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, local bus and tram services, as well as commuter rail for travellers 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 coach stations in Washington DC:

  • Union Station
  • 2230 New York Ave NE

Where does the coach arrive in Newport News?

Main arrival station: 500 Bland Blvd

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The Amtrak train station in Newport News is a low, white-brick building at 9304 Warwick Blvd. This is adjacent to Highway 60, near Huntington Park and the Plaza at Newmarket. Amtrak's Northeast Regional trains and Thruway coaches stop at the station in Newport News. The station has a waiting room with toilets and vending machines, but there are not many amenities in the immediate area surrounding the station.

Coach stations in Newport News:

  • 500 Bland Blvd
  • 980 J Clyde Morris Blvd

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