Cheap bus tickets from Washington DC to New York

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Is it better to travel by bus or train from Washington to New York?

There are usually 47 daily train trips available from Washington to New York.

Bus from Washington DC to New York: Journey Information

There are 208 intercity buses per day from Washington DC to New York. Traveling by bus from Washington DC to New York usually takes around 5 hours and 10 minutes, but the fastest BestBus bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 15 minutes.

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Buses from Washington DC to New York

• Aviator Charters: 1 daily buses from $15
• BBBus: 7 daily buses from $30
• BestBus: 3 daily buses from $38
• BestBus Prime: 1 daily buses from $54
• CoachRun: 2 daily buses from $16
• FlixBus US: 117 daily buses from $17
• Greyhound: 47 daily buses from $23
• OurBus: 8 daily buses from $11
• Peter Pan Lines: 15 daily buses from $21
• Tripper Bus: 2 daily buses from $55
• Tripper Bus Elite: 1 daily buses from $75
• Wanda Coach: 5 daily buses from $35
• Washington Deluxe: 3 daily buses from $52

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

What bus companies travel from Washington DC to New York?

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  Aviator Charters

  Book Aviator Charters from Washington to New York from $15. Typically there is one Aviator Charters schedule per day from Washington DC to New York and you can expect on average to pay for a Aviator Charters ticket to New York. In Washington, Aviator Charters departs to New York from 2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE . In New York, Aviator Charters arrives at New York W 34th St & 12th Ave .

  An average trip on Aviator Charters from Washington to New York takes 4 hours and 5 minutes , while the fastest available Aviator Charters trip will get you to New York in 3 hours and 15 minutes .

  On weekends, Aviator Charters offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to New York.
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  BBBus

  Book BBBus from Washington to New York from $30. There are 7 trips per day offered by BBBus from Washington DC to New York and you can expect on average to pay for a BBBus ticket to New York. In Washington, BBBus departs to New York from 2230 New York Ave NE . In New York, BBBus arrives at 8th Avenue & West 30th Street and one other station.

  An average trip on BBBus from Washington to New York takes 7 hours and 13 minutes , while the fastest available BBBus trip will get you to New York in 3 hours and 15 minutes .

  On weekends, BBBus offers 10 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to New York.
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  BestBus

  BestBus is known for offering affordable bus tickets to destinations across the Northeast, including Washington and New York, with 3 daily trips on average. BestBus is green-certified, offers free Wi-Fi and water onboard, and earned the #1 spot as a Students' Favorite and a Commuters’ Favorite in the 2022 Wanderu Passengers' Choice Awards.
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  BestBus Prime

  BestBus Prime is the luxury bus service offered by BestBus, delivering a business class-level of service throughout the Northeast. BestBus Prime provides free water to all passengers, free Wi-Fi, squeaky-clean restrooms, and 110V outlets under every seat. So relax in comfortable, extra-wide leather seats, stretch out in the extra legroom, and enjoy free movie streaming while BestBus Prime takes you to your destination.
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  CoachRun

  Book CoachRun from Washington to New York from $16. There are 2 trips per day offered by CoachRun from Washington DC to New York and you can expect on average to pay for a CoachRun ticket to New York. In Washington, CoachRun departs to New York from 2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE and one other station. In New York, CoachRun arrives at Port Authority Bus Station Area - 620 8th Avenue and 2 other stations.

  An average trip on CoachRun from Washington to New York takes 4 hours and 30 minutes , while the fastest available CoachRun trip will get you to New York in 3 hours and 15 minutes .

  On weekends, CoachRun offers 3 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to New York.
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  FlixBus US

  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 117 trips per day from Washington to New York, and the average ticket for this route costs only .
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  Greyhound

  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 47 bus trips from Washington to New York every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 41 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to New York usually start from $23.
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  OurBus

  OurBus is an intercity bus company based in New York City. OurBus provides cheap bus tickets to some of the most popular cities in the United States. All OurBus coaches come equipped with a generous roster of amenities, including extra legroom, freshly cleaned restroom, free WiFi, power outlets at every seat, and complimentary bottled water. With cheap bus tickets starting from $11, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by bus from Washington to New York if you are looking for comfort at a good price.
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  Peter Pan Lines

  Book Peter Pan Lines from Washington to New York from $21. There are 15 trips per day offered by Peter Pan Lines from Washington DC to New York and you can expect on average to pay for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to New York. In Washington, Peter Pan Lines departs to New York from Union Station . In New York, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Port Authority Bus Station .

  An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from Washington to New York takes 5 hours and 1 minutes , while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to New York in 3 hours and 15 minutes .

  On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 18 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to New York.
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  Tripper Bus

  Tripper Bus is a bus service based in the New York City area, offering high-quality bus rides at affordable costs. The company provides intercity bus transportation between NYC and Arlington, VA, and Bethesda, MD. The service is famous for its cheap tickets, convenient travel times, and great amenities, including free WiFi, electrical outlets, and entertainment services. The carrier's buses pull up close to transit stops, making it extra convenient for you to move around.
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  Tripper Bus Elite

  Tripper Bus Elite is a luxury passenger bus service between New York City and the suburbs within the Washington, DC metro area. Anyone looking to travel in comfort between the Big Apple and the nation's capital can connect between Midtown Manhattan and either Bethesda or Arlington. Seats onboard Tripper Bus Elite vehicles are leather recliners with extra wide seats, tray tables, and extra legroom. Passengers have onboard WiFi, complimentary bottled water, and electrical power outlets in every row.
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  Wanda Coach

  Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown bus carriers in the U.S. The company offers 5 daily bus trips to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With bus ticket prices starting from $35 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 New York.
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  Washington Deluxe

  Washington Deluxe is committed to providing passengers safety and comfort on its routes between Washington, D.C. and New York City. Each bus features a wide range of luxury amenities such as free onboard WiFi and electrical outlets to stay well-connected. Washington Deluxe usually offers 3 bus trips from Washington to New York every day, with ticket prices as low as .

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Washington DC to New York

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.

New York

New York is one of the most exciting cities in the world for a reason – it offers numerous opportunities for a great time to visitors of all ages and interests. For the culturally inclined travelers, the city boasts a unique collection of world-famous museums, as well as the chance to see the best plays and musicals that Broadway has to offer, or check out the latest production at the Metropolitan Opera. If sightseeing is your cardio, NYC is the place to be – just by walking around town, you can visit such iconic landmarks like the Empire State Building, the Brooklyn Bridge, and Times Square. Or hop on a ferry to Ellis Island to meet the Statue of Liberty up-close and personal.

NYC’s five boroughs feature more than 1,700 parks, including the gorgeous Central Park, making it one of the best cities for outdoor activities in the country. As for the nightlife, there’s no argument that New York City is the biggest party hub in the U.S.

With three major bus and train stations in Manhattan alone – Port Authority, Grand Central & Penn Station – and three nearby airports, NYC is one of the predominant travel hubs in the world. If you are ever looking to get out of town, NYC is centrally connected throughout the state and region, you can easily hop on a train to Albany to go explore upstate New York.

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

• Stadium-Armory Metro Station

• 2230 New York Ave NE

• Dupont Cir CT Ave

• Dupont Cir MA Ave

• 1729 Connecticut Ave NW

• 2305 Pennsylvania Ave. SE

• DC Downtown - 900 New York Ave NW

Where does the bus arrive in New York?

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Main arrival station: 300 W 31 St (SW Corner of 31st & 8th Ave)

Buses arrive in New York at 15 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

All bus stations in New York:

• 300 W 31 St (SW Corner of 31st & 8th Ave)

• Port Authority - 625 8th Ave

• Chinatown - 28 Allen St (eastside b/w Hester and Canal St)

• New York W 34th St & 12th Ave

• Port Authority Bus Station

• GW Bridge Bus Station

• Brooklyn - 3 Av @ 38th St

• Port Authority - 301 W 41st St

• 417 W 34th St

• 103 Canal St

• New York, NY (Penn Station)

• 8th Avenue & West 30th Street

• 152 E Broadway

• 7-11 - Jd Foods

• 11th Ave (btw. 35th & 36th St.)

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