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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Portsmouth to New Carrollton. Traveling by bus from Portsmouth to New Carrollton usually takes around 13 hours and 55 minutes, but the fastest Peter Pan Lines bus can make the trip in 11 hours and 52 minutes.
| Distance | 348 mi (560 km) |
| Shortest duration | 11h 52m |
| Cheapest price | $73.50 |
| Most frequent service | Peter Pan Lines |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Portsmouth to New Carrollton?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Portsmouth to New Carrollton. Peter Pan Lines 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Pan Lines | 1 | 13h 55m | $96.26 |
- Peter Pan Bus Lines is one of the biggest bus carriers in the Northeast region of the United States. Headquartered in Springfield, Massachusetts, the company offers affordable bus tickets and comfortable bus trips to over a dozen destinations across nine states and the District of Columbia. Peter Pan is known for their reliable bus service and green certified modern coaches that offer amenities such as onboard restrooms, free WiFi, power outlets and extra legroom between seats. Running an average of 1 bus trips every day during the week and 1 trips on weekends, Peter Pan is one of the main bus carriers between Portsmouth and New Carrollton, offering bus tickets as low as $74.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 13 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 348 miles from Portsmouth to New Carrollton. However, the fastest bus only takes 11 hours and 52 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.
Because many passengers travel from Portsmouth to New Carrollton at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, 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 New Carrollton, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Portsmouth to New Carrollton. It leaves the station in Portsmouth at 4:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
New Carrollton
New Carrollton is a small town in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, located about 13 miles northeast of the nation's capital. Much of the city is residential, with services typical for a suburb, including a shopping mall, grocery stores, several restaurants, and so on. A true hidden gem in the area is Greenbelt Park, a forested park with 172 campsites and nine miles of trails perfect for an escape to nature.
A few hotels in New Carrollton and neighboring Lanham welcome D.C. visitors who would rather not pay downtown prices. It's easy to reach D.C. from the New Carrollton station, which connects to the Washington Metro's Orange Line and the MARC trains that serve Maryland. It takes just 11 minutes to reach Union Station in D.C. from New Carrollton on the Metro.
The New Carrollton train station is also a stop for Amtrak trains heading north. The Northeast Regional departing from D.C. makes its first stop in New Carrollton before continuing on to Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston. In addition, bus lines provide service to New Carrollton from as far away as Indianapolis or St. Louis. For those who prefer to fly, the nearest major airport is the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Portsmouth?
Main departure station: Boyds Ln Park & Ride
Most buses depart from the main station in Portsmouth.
All bus stations in Portsmouth:
Boyds Ln Park & Ride
Where does the bus arrive in New Carrollton?
Main arrival station: MARC Station
All buses from Portsmouth arrive at one main station in New Carrollton.
All bus stations in New Carrollton:
MARC Station
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