Cheap bus tickets from New York, NY to Washington DC

New York, NY to Washington DC Route Map

There are several bus options that can take you from New York, NY to Washington DC:

• BBBus: 3 daily buses from RON 151
• BestBus: 4 daily buses from RON 174
• BestBus Prime: 1 daily buses from RON 248
• CoachRun: 1 daily buses from RON 73
• FlixBus US: 35 daily buses from RON 87
• Greyhound: 27 daily buses from RON 87
• OurBus: 10 daily buses from RON 60
• Peter Pan Lines: 16 daily buses from RON 69
• Tripper Bus: 2 daily buses from RON 252
• Tripper Bus Elite: 1 daily buses from RON 330
• Wanda Coach: 4 daily buses from RON 138
• Washington Deluxe: 4 daily buses from RON 236

What bus companies travel from New York, NY to Washington DC?

There are 12 bus lines from New York, NY to Washington DC available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 35 daily trips, FlixBus US usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

• BBBus

  Book BBBus from New York, NY to Washington DC from RON 151.38. There are 3 trips per day offered by BBBus from New York, NY to Washington DC and you can expect on average to pay RON 151.38 for a BBBus ticket to Washington DC. In New York, NY, BBBus departs to Washington DC from Midtown NY - 8th Ave & West 30th St and one other station. In Washington DC, BBBus arrives at 2230 New York Ave NE.

  An average trip on BBBus from New York, NY to Washington DC takes 4 hours and 41 minutes, while the fastest available BBBus trip will get you to Washington DC in 4 hours and 20 minutes.

  On weekends, BBBus offers 4 trips per day. A one way ticket costs RON 151.38 for a weekend trip to Washington DC.

• BestBus

  BestBus is known for offering affordable bus tickets to destinations across the Northeast, including New York, NY and Washington DC, with 4 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.

• 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.

• CoachRun

  Book CoachRun from New York, NY to Washington DC from RON 73.40. Typically there is one CoachRun schedule per day from New York, NY to Washington DC and you can expect on average to pay RON 104.94 for a CoachRun ticket to Washington DC. In New York, NY, CoachRun departs to Washington DC from E Smoke & Convenience. In Washington DC, CoachRun arrives at DC Downtown - 900 New York Ave NW.

  An average trip on CoachRun from New York, NY to Washington DC takes 4 hours and 30 minutes.

  On weekends, CoachRun offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay RON 73.40 for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Washington DC.

• 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 35 trips per day from New York, NY to Washington DC, and the average ticket for this route costs only RON 210.46.

  
• 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 27 bus trips from New York, NY to Washington DC every day, with the average journey taking around 5 hours and 59 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Washington DC usually start from RON 87.07.

  
• 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 RON 59.63, OurBus is one of the best ways to travel by bus from New York, NY to Washington DC if you are looking for comfort at a good price.

• Peter Pan Lines

  Book Peter Pan Lines from New York, NY to Washington DC from RON 68.76. There are 16 trips per day offered by Peter Pan Lines from New York, NY to Washington DC and you can expect on average to pay RON 179.56 for a Peter Pan Lines ticket to Washington DC. In New York, NY, Peter Pan Lines departs to Washington DC from Port Authority Bus Station. In Washington DC, Peter Pan Lines arrives at Union Station.

  An average trip on Peter Pan Lines from New York, NY to Washington DC takes 5 hours and 5 minutes, while the fastest available Peter Pan Lines trip will get you to Washington DC in 4 hours and 20 minutes.

  On weekends, Peter Pan Lines offers 18 trips per day. A one way ticket costs RON 68.76 for a weekend trip to Washington DC.

• 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.

• 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.

• Wanda Coach

  Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown bus carriers in the U.S. The company offers 4 daily bus trips to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With bus ticket prices starting from RON 137.62 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 New York, NY and Washington DC.

• 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 4 bus trips from New York, NY to Washington DC every day, with ticket prices as low as __minPrice__.

City Information

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.

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 New York, NY?

Main departure station: SW Corner of 31st St & 8th Ave

Buses to Washington DC leave from 21 stations in New York, NY.

All bus stations in New York, NY:

• SW Corner of 31st St & 8th Ave
• Port Authority - 625 8th Ave
• Port Authority Bus Station
• Chinatown - 28 Allen St (eastside b/w Hester and Canal St)
• 417 W 34th St
• GW Bridge Bus Station
• New York W 34th St & 12th Ave
• 120 E Broadway
• Opposite Side of 320 W 31st St. Between 8th and 9th Ave.
• 11th Ave between 36th and 37th, East Side
• New York Midtown West
• 11th Ave (btw. 35th & 36th St.)
• Brooklyn - 3 Av @ 38th St
• Chinatown - 152 E Broadway
• Midtown NY - 8th Ave & West 30th St

Where does the bus arrive in Washington DC?

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
• Stadium-Armory Metro Station
• 2230 New York Ave NE
• Dupont Cir CT Ave
• 2230 New York Ave NE
• 1729 Connecticut Ave NW
• Dupont Cir MA Ave
• DC Downtown - 900 New York Ave NW