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Cheap coach tickets from Petersburg, VA to Washington DC
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Coach from Petersburg, VA to Washington DC: Journey Information
There are 3 intercity coaches per day from Petersburg, VA to Washington DC. Travelling by coach from Petersburg, VA to Washington DC usually takes around 2 hours and 48 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound coach can make the trip in 2 hours and 40 minutes.
- Distance
- 118 mi (189 km)
- Shortest duration
- 2h 40m
- Cheapest price
- US$27.98
- Trips per day
- 3
- Most frequent service
- Greyhound
- Coach lines
- 1
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There are several coach options that can take you from Petersburg, VA to Washington DC:
See more detailsHow much is a coach ticket from Petersburg, VA to Washington DC?
Coach tickets for a trip from Petersburg, VA to Washington DC cost about US$31 when you book at the cheapest time, 29 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 Petersburg, VA to Washington DC by travel date
If you're planning to travel by coach from Petersburg, VA to Washington DC in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from US$29 to US$65. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 18 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Washington DC this week, coach tickets are available starting at US$31.
Average coach ticket prices from Petersburg, VA to Washington DC by month
Taking the coach from Petersburg, VA to Washington DC is usually cheapest in January, when the average ticket price is only US$33. If you're planning to take the coach from Petersburg, VA to Washington DC during May, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of US$44. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
Prices as travel date approaches
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 29 days in advance. This way, you can save up to US$22.85 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What coach companies travel from Petersburg, VA to Washington DC?
There is one intercity coach company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Petersburg, VA to Washington DC. Greyhound connects the two cities by coach, it offers multiple scheduled coaches per day for you to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 3 | 2h 48m | US$43.73 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide coach 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 coach trips from Petersburg, VA to Washington DC every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 48 minutes to complete. Coach tickets for Greyhound trips to Washington DC usually start from US$27.98.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Petersburg, VA to Washington DC
There are 3 scheduled coaches that travel from Petersburg, VA to Washington DC 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 Petersburg, VA to Washington DC without transferring. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Petersburg, VA to Washington DC; ticket prices start at US$22.
Trips per day
3
Direct trips
3
The coach takes an average of 2 hours and 48 minutes to cover the 118 miles from Petersburg, VA to Washington DC. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours and 40 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)
118
Distance (km)
189
The first coach leaves at 7:25 and the last coach leaves at 13:20. To see the times for all coaches from Petersburg, VA to Washington DC, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest coach
7:25am
Latest coach
1:20pm
Thursday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Washington DC, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
Most crowded
Thursday
Least crowded
Sunday
City Information
Petersburg
Petersburg has a population of 30,791 people and is a suburb of Richmond. There are numerous parks in Petersburg, perfect for the families who live there and visitors looking for some time outdoors.
Petersburg National Battle Park is one of the must-see destinations, with guided tours through the park complete with stories and facts about the area's history. The tour guide will drive you through the park, making stops to tell the tales of what happened at that specific stop. You can also walk through the park yourself or swing by the museum for more info.
Most locals take coaches from Charlotte to Petersburg, but coach lines are also available from San Marcos, Dallas, and Los Angeles. Amtrak also has several lines to the city, including the Silver Service, Northeast Regional, Carolinian, and Palmetto, which come to Petersburg from cities such as Richmond, Washington D.C., Lincoln, and Philadelphia.
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 Petersburg, VA?
Main departure station: 100 W Washington St
Most coaches depart from the main station in Petersburg, VA.
All coach stations in Petersburg, VA:
- 100 W Washington St
Where does the coach arrive in Washington DC?
Main arrival station: Union Station
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.
Coach stations in Washington DC:
- Union Station
- Union Station
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