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Salisbury - Washington DC Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There is one daily bus from Salisbury to Washington DC. Traveling by bus from Salisbury to Washington DC usually takes around 8 hours and 51 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 8 hours and 30 minutes.

Distance86 mi (139 km)
Shortest duration8h 30m
Cheapest price$29.98
Most frequent serviceGreyhound
Bus lines1

How much is a bus ticket from Salisbury to Washington DC?

Bus tickets for a trip from Salisbury to Washington DC cost $37.57 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average prices by travel date

$60$40$20MarMar

Over the next four weeks, the average price of bus tickets from Salisbury to Washington DC is expected to be between $36 and $58. The cheapest day to travel in the next month is March 27, 2024, when tickets are available for March 27, 2024. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next week start at just $39.

What bus companies travel from Salisbury to Washington DC?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Salisbury to Washington DC. Greyhound 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.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Greyhound18h 52m$47.93
  • 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 1 bus trips from Salisbury to Washington every day, with the average journey taking around 8 hours and 52 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Washington usually start from $30.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 51 minutes to cover the 86 miles from Salisbury to Washington DC. However, the fastest bus only takes 8 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, 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 bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Washington DC, book your ticket for the last day of the week.

There is usually only one bus per day from Salisbury to Washington DC. It leaves the station in Salisbury at 1:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.

There is usually only one bus per day from Salisbury to Washington DC. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Salisbury, MD to Washington DC; ticket prices start at $89.00.

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.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Salisbury?

Main departure station: Salisbury (Park & Ride)

Most buses depart from the main station in Salisbury.

All bus stations in Salisbury:

  • Salisbury (Park & Ride)

Where does the bus arrive in Washington DC?

Washington, DC - Union Station - DCAUST-0

Main arrival 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

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