5.0
Pros: On time, friendly and with beautiful views. Cons: Option for more luggage instead of having to buy more seats. Working WiFi. Tips: Take Virginia Breeze :).
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There is one daily bus from Washington DC to Bristol. Traveling by bus from Washington DC to Bristol usually takes around 8 hours and 5 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 324 mi (521 km) |
| Shortest duration | 8h 5m |
| Cheapest price | $63.74 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Megabus |
| Bus lines | 1 |

Average score for buses from Washington to Bristol
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: On time, friendly and with beautiful views. Cons: Option for more luggage instead of having to buy more seats. Working WiFi. Tips: Take Virginia Breeze :).
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Washington DC to Bristol. Megabus is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megabus | 1 | 8h 5m | $64.12 |
Book Megabus from Washington to Bristol from $64. Typically there is one Megabus schedule per day from Washington DC to Bristol and you can expect on average to pay for a Megabus ticket to Bristol. In Washington, Megabus departs to Bristol from Union Station . In Bristol, Megabus arrives at 2305 Lee Hwy .
An average trip on Megabus from Washington to Bristol takes 8 hours and 5 minutes .
On weekends, Megabus offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Bristol.
The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 5 minutes to cover the 324 miles from Washington DC to Bristol. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Travelers prefer riding the bus on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Bristol. 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 bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Washington DC to Bristol. It leaves the station in Washington DC at 1:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.



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.
Most buses depart from the main station in Washington.
Union Station
All buses from Washington DC arrive at one main station in Bristol.
2305 Lee Hwy

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