5.0
Pros: It was very fast. Thank you. Cons: Maybe updates on the bus location. Tips: Enjoy your trip! Speak softly on the bus please.
5.0
Pros: My trip was,great but .but i will recommend friend and family. Cons: No internet on the bus.
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Journey Information
There are 4 intercity buses per day from Hampton to Washington DC. Traveling by bus from Hampton to Washington DC usually takes around 3 hours and 57 minutes, but the fastest Wanda Coach bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 135 mi (217 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $42.98 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 2 |
Bus Trip Reviews from Wanderu Customers
Average score for buses from Hampton to Washington
(Based on 3 ratings and reviews)
4.7
How much is a bus ticket from Hampton to Washington DC?
Bus tickets for a trip from Hampton to Washington DC cost $45.50 on average. Tickets cheaper than $45.50 are an excellent bargain. 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
Bus tickets from Hampton to Washington DC are expected to cost between $45 and $60 over the next four weeks. If you're planning a trip to Washington DC within the next week, you can find the cheapest bus tickets starting from $49. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Monthly avg. prices
Taking the bus from Hampton to Washington DC is usually cheapest in September, when the average ticket price is only $45. If you're planning to take the bus from Hampton to Washington DC during November, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of $59. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
Prices as travel date approaches
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Book your ticket at least 29 days in advance to save up to $19.35.
What bus companies travel from Hampton to Washington DC?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Hampton to Washington DC that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 3 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 3 | 4h 22m | $67.90 |
| Wanda Coach | 1 | 3h 30m | $45.00 |
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 3 bus trips from Hampton to Washington every day, with the average journey taking around 4 hours and 22 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Washington usually start from $40.
Wanda Coach is one of the leading Chinatown bus carriers in the U.S. The company offers 1 daily bus trips to and from more than 70 cities across the East Coast and the Midwest. With bus ticket prices starting from $45 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 Hampton and Washington.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 57 minutes to cover the 135 miles from Hampton to Washington DC. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 30 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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 Washington DC. 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, 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.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Hampton to Washington DC, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 4 scheduled buses that travel from Hampton to Washington DC every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct bus. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different bus at any point during your trip. Direct buses also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.
City Information
Hampton
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Link to image attributionHampton has a vibrant arts community and cultural attractions, like the Virginia Air and Space Center, the American Theatre, the Fort Monroe National Monument, and the Hampton History Museum. You can also easily visit Virginia Beach from Hampton, and the city offers cruises and harbor tours. Take amazing views at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel, and explore the Sandy Bottom Nature Park with your family. Try your hand at Atlantic fishing with the different charter fishing services, and play golf at the Woodlands Golf Course while in Hampton, VA.
Hampton is bustling with fun things to do for people of all ages and offers a thriving beer scene with popular names like St. George Brewing Company. Every year, Hampton organizes The Festival, which reenacts the 18th century Hampton when pirates overran it. If you can't wait till The Festival, the downtown Hampton area is located at the waterfront, with restaurants, art galleries, pubs, marinas, and a waterfront park.
You can easily travel to Hampton by bus. Greyhound offers the most routes, but you can also find lines from Wanda Coach. Hampton Roads Transit provides bus, ridesharing, light rail, paratransit, and ferry within the city.
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 Hampton?
Main departure station: Hampton Bus Station
Hampton has two bus stations with service to Washington.
All bus stations in Hampton:
Hampton Bus Station
2200 W Mercury Blvd
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
2230 New York Ave NE
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