Cheap coach tickets from Danville, VA to Washington DC
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Coach from Danville, VA to Washington DC: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Danville, VA to Washington DC. Travelling by coach from Danville, VA to Washington DC usually takes around 5 hours and 45 minutes, but the fastest Megabus coach can make the trip in 5 hours and 30 minutes.
- Distance
- 206 mi (331 km)
- Shortest duration
- 5h 30m
- Cheapest price
- £33.99
- Trips per day
- 2
- Most frequent service
- Megabus
- Coach lines
- 1
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Danville, VA to Washington DC Coach Timetable
Is it better to travel by coach or train from Danville, VA to Washington DC?
There is usually 1 daily train trip from Danville, VA to Washington DC.
Coach | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price£33.99Cheaper | Avg. Price£112.04 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration5h 45m | Duration5h 19mFaster |

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Average score for coaches from Danville, VA to Washington DC (Based on 1 rating and review)
5.0
There are several coach options that can take you from Danville, VA to Washington DC:
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What coach companies travel from Danville, VA to Washington DC?
There is one intercity coach company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Danville, VA to Washington DC. Megabus is the one coach line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megabus | 2 | 5h 45m | £33.99 |
Megabus is one of the leading coach companies in North America, with many popular routes in the Northeast and Midwest United States. Megabus tickets can be purchased for as low as $1 if you book in advance. Travellers enjoy Megabus’ unique double decker coaches, which feature amenities such as air conditioning, digital entertainment, free WiFi, and power sockets at each seat. Megabus is an affordable, reliable option for travel between Danville, VA and Washington DC.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Danville, VA to Washington DC
There are usually only 2 coaches per day from Danville, VA to Washington DC. Both of these are direct coaches, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring coaches at any point during your trip. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Danville, VA to Washington DC; ticket prices start at £51.
Trips per day
2
Direct trips
2
The coach takes an average of 5 hours and 45 minutes to cover the 206 miles from Danville, VA to Washington DC. However, the fastest coach only takes 5 hours and 30 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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)
206
Distance (km)
331
The first coach leaves at 7:30 and the last coach leaves at 8:00. To see the times for all coaches from Danville, VA to Washington DC, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest coach
7:30am
Latest coach
8:00am
Saturday is usually the day when coaches are busiest, as many travellers take the coach to enjoy the weekend in Washington DC. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week.
Most crowded
Saturday
Least crowded
Monday
City Information
Danville

Danville is an independent city on the border of Virginia and North Carolina. It is famous for being the culture centre in southern Virginia, appealing to music fans, theatre buffs, and art enthusiasts of all ages. The city appeals to history lovers and anyone who enjoys spending time in nature. The Danville Science Center and Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History have different locations for history and art lovers. The Anglers Park is the ideal choice for fishing and biking, while hikers can check out the Riverwalk Trail.
Music lovers will be pleased to enjoy concerts at the Carrington Pavilion in Danville, which is an outdoor entertainment venue. The Spring Festival in the Park is held yearly, a three-day family-friendly event with arts and crafts. Adults can explore the ever-growing craft beer scene, while the downtown area is where you can check out the restaurant options and cinemas.
You can easily visit Danville by train from 85 other cities, with train routes provided by Amtrak and Amtrak Crescent. Danville Mass Transit provides public transport in the city.
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 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.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Danville, VA?
Main departure station: Danville Transit System Hub
Most coaches depart from the main station in Danville, VA.
All coach stations in Danville, VA:
- Danville Transit System Hub
Where does the coach arrive in Washington DC?
Main arrival station: Union Station
All coaches from Danville, VA arrive at one main station in Washington DC.
Coach stations in Washington DC:
- Union Station
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