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Washington DC to New York bus - cost & duration

Cheapest price	CA$1.36
Shortest Duration	2h 50m
Trips per day	42
Bus lines	8

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Washington DC-New York Bus Schedule

Port Authority Bus Station

Port Authority Bus Station

W 34th St and 11th Ave

Port Authority Bus Station

W 34th St and 11th Ave

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Overall score for Washington DC to New York

4.4

Based on 464 reviews

Based on 59 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with BoltBus report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 59 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

4.0

Staff

4.0

Value

4.0

Condition

4.2

Barbara

5.0

March 3, 2020Solo travel

Pros

We arrived 15 minutes early.. trip was smooth and quiet.

Cons

Water bottles would be nice

Anna

5.0

February 24, 2020Visiting friends

Pros

Excellent service for the price that it had.

Cons

Waiting in line to board the bus there were no seats but elderly people waiting.

Miro

4.0

February 20, 2020Visiting family

Pros

Slept uninterrupted from start to finish.

Cons

The WIFI has a speed of 0.01 Mbps. It is virtually non-existent.

Sabrina

5.0

February 8, 2020Visiting friends

Pros

The driver was so lovely and helpful! Bus was clean and outlets worked. I really enjoyed riding bolt bus!

Amy

5.0

January 18, 2020Vacation

Pros

Great driver! Engaged with the passengers and fit us there early.

Cons

Nothing

Tips

There were boarding zones in the tickets, I didn't know and had to find them - it was easy, just unexpected.

Based on 42 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with BestBus report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 76 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

3.9

Staff

4.2

Value

3.9

Condition

4.5

Ginevra

5.0

March 2, 2020Solo travel

Pros

The driver was really nice and efficient we got there safely and quickly and smoothly. It was very easy.

Cons

I thought all was great! I didn't try the wifi.

Tips

maybe bring snacks but otherwise you get a bottle of water there and theres an outlet for your phone and its a smooth ride.

Nancy

5.0

February 26, 2020Visiting family

Pros

The trip was very easy. I felt safe and the bus was very clean

Ryah

5.0

February 22, 2020Visiting family

Pros

How smooth everything went!

Cons

Less crowding.

Tips

Be on time.

Jasmi

4.0

February 17, 2020Solo travel

Pros

Affordable, fast and on time

Cons

Space.

Austin

5.0

February 18, 2020Couples trip

Pros

I was able to read or sleep the whole way home and it was comfy.

Cons

There was an annoying passenger in the front.

Based on 40 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Greyhound report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 65 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

3.9

Staff

4.1

Value

4.0

Condition

4.3

Pacita

4.0

February 17, 2020Vacation

Pros

The driver drove carefully and briefed us about the trip.

Cons

Our ride was late by 30 minutes. Can you be prompt?

Tips

Pack something to eat because the bus did not make a stop over.

Patrick

4.0

January 23, 2020Visiting friends

Pros

The bus left the station on time and the drive as comfortable

Cons

n/a

Tips

n/a

Sarah

5.0

December 16, 2019Visiting friends

Pros

Bus was nicer than expected and proceeded smoothly through the schedule.

Cons

The communication could be better while waiting in line for the bus. I wasn't sure I was in the right line until I asked a fellow passenger.

Tips

Be grateful for the comfortable, easy, cheap ride. It really is a bargain for what you're getting.

Daniela

5.0

November 2, 2019Vacation

Pros

Bus was scheduled to depart at 2:25 am, the bus closed the door and started the trip at exactly 2:25 am

Cons

Staff attention

Tips

Evan

4.0

November 20, 2019Business

Pros

Quick stopover in Delaware, fairly quiet trip, mostly people sleeping. After we took on passengers at Newark, we had one Very Important Business Person who felt the need to loudly wheel and deal with various people on the phone the rest of the trip.

Cons

Felt like slightly less legroom than I'm used to on these busses; not sure if that's my imagination or not, but I don't normally feel as cramped.

Tips

Use the restroom before you go, be ready for wildly varying temperatures in the bus (layers are your friend, peel any you might not want off prior to seating), and hope you don't get any loud phone conversation people. Noise-cancelling headphones/earbuds would've been n...More

Based on 35 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Go Buses report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 55 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

3.9

Staff

4.4

Value

4.1

Condition

4.4

Kathryn

5.0

February 7, 2020Visiting friends

Pros

Quick pick up at first stop, efficient

Cons

Seat footrests broken, very cold bus (could hear the wind coming in through vents)

Tips

Be on time for the bus! It does not dally at the stop

Darrell

5.0

December 1, 2019Solo travel

Pros

Got to sit next to fine sister

Cons

Everything cool driver definitely professional handle bus perfect.

Gerardo

5.0

December 27, 2019Vacation

Pros

Bus ride was smooth and on time

Cons

N/a

Vasanth

5.0

December 26, 2019Vacation

Tips

Wifi stopped working suddenly during the journey

Rafael

4.0

December 27, 2019Visiting family

Pros

Good trip just got delayed for 30 mins

Based on 107 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Megabus report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 57 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

3.9

Staff

4.2

Value

3.9

Condition

4.3

Phoebe

4.0

January 23, 2020Business

Pros

It was very comfortable

Cons

Cant think of anything at the moment. You are on point for the most part.

Tips

Please try this ride .you wi ll not regret

Brock

4.0

January 19, 2020

Pros

Your drivers are very competent and made us feel safe while driving!

Cons

Didn’t like the talking on the phone and snoring if other passengers... but you can’t control that! Lol I felt every single bump...whew!

Tips

Please don’t talk on phone at mixnofir an extended period of time... people sleep during this time.

Michael

5.0

January 14, 2020Solo travel

Pros

Everything was as expected

Cons

had no issues to improve

Tamina

5.0

January 17, 2020Vacation

Tips

Book early for best rates

Chesley

5.0

January 16, 2020

Pros

Excellent, friendly bus driver.

Based on 36 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Peter Pan Lines report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 67 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

4.1

Staff

4.2

Value

3.8

Condition

4.5

Naima

4.0

February 22, 2020Vacation

Pros

Bus was on time

Cons

Seats are not comfortable.

Tips

Tyra

5.0

February 14, 2020Vacation

Pros

it was fun and it was a lot of things to do

Cons

nothing really

Tips

nope

Jorge

5.0

January 23, 2020Vacation

Pros

Spend time to be in the road.

Cons

Perhaps the toilet???

Tips

Bring your snacks !!!

Luisa Fernanda

5.0

January 17, 2020Solo travel

Pros

It was on time and the bus smelled good,

Cons

nothing

Tips

Elizabeth

5.0

December 20, 2019Visiting friends

Pros

Very cheap. Bus was clean and arrived and left on time.

Cons

Perhaps the check-in process could have ben a little more streamlined.

Based on 1 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with BestBus Prime report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 100 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

5.0

Staff

3.0

Value

4.0

Condition

5.0

Rachel

5.0

June 30, 2019Vacation

Pros

No more to add

Cons

The length of the trip was posted as 3 hrs and 15 minutes. That was ridiculous. Impossible to get from DC to NYC in that time. We arrived in just under 4 hours. Shouldn’t Best Bus offer a credit for this untimely service?

Tips

Don’t take this bus if you need to get to NYC At or before the time posted.

Based on 9 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with CoachRun report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 43 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

4.1

Staff

4.1

Value

4.2

Condition

4.2

Nicola

3.0

January 16, 2020Visiting family

Pros

The driver spoke 2 times. In DC he said NYC and at the rest stop he said 10 minutes nothing more. The bus was listed as direct and it stopped 2 times

Cons

Communication , outlet plugs

Tips

Be ontime

Toqa

5.0

December 30, 2019Couples trip

Pros

The bus was in good condition and it dropped us off in a good place in NY

Cons

We stayed in a rest stop and waited there for around 30 minutes which was way too long, and we arrived an hour later than planned

Vanessa

4.0

December 21, 2019Solo travel

Pros

The trip was good and I liked the punctuality.

Cons

There isn’t WiFi!

Kelly

4.0

December 12, 2019Visiting friends

Pros

Easy process.

Cons

A little slow; tough with traffic.

Tips

Great ride for the price!

Melissa

5.0

December 2, 2019Visiting family

Pros

Friendly driver

Based on 12 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Eastern Bus report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 45 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

3.2

Staff

2.8

Value

4.0

Condition

3.8

David

4.0

June 21, 2019Visiting family

Tips

Eastern Bus has been bought by FlixBus. Book with FlixBus as it is a bit confusing with an Eastern Ticket (they accept them but can’t look them up or edit the reservation at all)

Sanket

5.0

June 15, 2019Visiting friends

Cons

Electrical outlets were not provided even though it is advertised.

Ian

4.0

May 28, 2019Visiting family

Pros

- The WiFi connection worked well.

Cons

- The toilet could be cleaner and with less odour.

Agathe

1.0

May 31, 2019Solo travel

Pros

hmm nothing

Cons

everything, especially the punctuality

Cameron

5.0

June 10, 2019Solo travel

Pros

outlets, wifi, no stops

Based on 104 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with OurBus report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 72 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

4.0

Staff

4.3

Value

4.2

Condition

4.6

Kenya

5.0

March 8, 2020Vacation

Pros

The bus was very clean, the staff was very friendly, and they even let you know what stops will be made during the ride. They offer water, there's trash bags on the bus, and wifi.

Cons

The wifi works but its just extremely slow. So slow that it seems like it did not really connect. Other than that, there were no issues with the ride.

Tips

N/A

Valerie

5.0

February 17, 2020Couples trip

Pros

BUS WAS AMAZING FOR SUCH A GOOD PRICE.

Cons

THE SEATS!!!!

Tips

I WOULD DEFINITELY LOOK INTO UPDATING THE SEATS.

Valeriya

5.0

February 16, 2020Business

Pros

Clean and timely

Cons

Tables at the backs of seats would be appreciated

Nyirah

5.0

January 29, 2020Business

Pros

I liked that we arrived early! That is rare! I loved the complimentary waters. The female driver gave good directions before we left Washington. I also like that she announced that we were approaching Penn Station so I could gather my belongings. I enjoyed my trip

Cons

WiFi

Tips

Arrive a few minutes early

Jeico

5.0

January 17, 2020Vacation

Pros

Servicio excelente

Based on 19 reviews

Overview

Users that traveled with Washington Deluxe report that they were happy with the WiFi on board 72 percent of the time.

Ratings (Out of 5)

Comfort

3.4

Staff

4.1

Value

3.8

Condition

4.5

Nicole

4.0

December 1, 2019Vacation

Pros

Still made good time even with the Thanksgiving weekend traffic

Cons

None of the charging outlets worked

Minhthu

5.0

October 25, 2019Visiting family

Pros

Late return so no traffic ! Bus arrived 30 min early ! Great driver

Elizabeth

5.0

October 12, 2019Visiting friends

Pros

Easy to book, once on the road the schedule was kept

Cons

n/a

Tips

n/a

Ayako

4.0

September 12, 2019Visiting friends

Pros

safe driving

Cons

curtain on windows could be added.

Radley

5.0

July 7, 2019Solo travel

Pros

I like that it arrives on time.

Cons

The seats are too small You can not even relax your legs for a second I got cramped.

Tips

Not but

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it cheaper to take the bus from DC to New York City or drive there yourself?

Yes, you’ll save money if you take a bus from D.C. to New York instead of driving your own vehicle. The average price for a bus ticket is $15.71, with some carriers such as BoltBus and Megabus offering deals as cheap as $1. Driving your own car, you’ll pay more than $100. Here’s how the costs break down.

Along the more than 200-mile stretch to New York City, if you drive you’ll pay:

Between $35 and $52 in tolls (with prices varying based on whether you have a tag transponder or pay cash).
The cost of parking, which often runs around $50 for an overnight spot.
Plus the price of gas
In total you’re looking at well over $100 of vehicle-related expenses, plus the added stress of driving in one of the world’s most congested cities.

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

Based on daily average prices in last 30 days, CA$26.82 was the low point for bus fares from Washington to New York. Buses from New York to Washington DC are similarly priced. Any tickets cheaper than CA$26.82 could be considered a great deal.

The best way to find cheap deals on bus tickets is by booking as early as possible, since most bus companies increase the price as the travel date approaches. You should book at least 27 days in advance. By doing so, you could save CA$25.54 on your ticket compared to booking at the last minute.

How long is the bus ride?

The bus usually takes around 4 hours and 40 minutes to cover the 204 miles (328 kilometers) from Washington DC to New York. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 50 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the bus.

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

Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in New York. 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, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.

When do the earliest and latest buses leave Washington DC?

The first bus leaves at 12:00am 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.

How many buses are there each day?

There are 42 scheduled buses that travel from Washington DC to New York every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 41 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Washington DC to New York; ticket prices start at CA$52.86.

What bus companies travel from Washington DC to New York?

There are 8 bus lines from Washington DC to New York. With 27 daily trips, Megabus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
BestBus	9	4h 15m	CA$45.92
BestBus Prime	2	4h 15m	CA$83.09
Go Buses	6	4h 6m	CA$26.62
Greyhound	4	5h 40m	CA$38.11
Megabus	27	4h 49m	CA$22.27
OurBus	2	4h 10m	CA$41.08
Peter Pan Lines	4	4h 34m	CA$28.95
Washington Deluxe	7	4h 30m	CA$34.86