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Petersburg to Washington DC Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Petersburg to Washington?
There are usually 4 daily train trips available from Petersburg to Washington.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. PriceNOK 371.59 | Avg. PriceNOK 464.05 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips2 | Daily Trips4 |
Duration | Duration2h 40m | Duration3h 15m |
Bus from Petersburg to Washington DC: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Petersburg to Washington DC. Traveling by bus from Petersburg to Washington DC usually takes around 2 hours and 40 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 25 minutes.
| Distance | 118 mi (189 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 25m |
| Cheapest price | NOK 285.87 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
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Average score for buses from Petersburg to Washington
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5.0
How much is a bus ticket from Petersburg to Washington DC?
Bus tickets for a trip from Petersburg to Washington DC cost NOK 320.40 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 bus ticket prices from Petersburg to Washington DC by travel date
Bus tickets from Petersburg to Washington DC are expected to cost between NOK 296 and NOK 531 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 NOK 296. Don't wait too long to book your ticket, as prices tend to rise as the travel date approaches.
Monthly avg. prices
If you're on the hunt for the cheapest bus tickets from Petersburg to Washington DC, mark your calendar for September. During this period, you can expect to find the lowest average ticket price of the year, just NOK 317. However, taking the bus from Petersburg to Washington DC during December is not so cheap. This time of year, ticket prices often reach an average of NOK 460. The best way to find deals on a trip in December is to plan ahead and book your bus ticket as early as possible.
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 17 days in advance to save up to NOK 138.44.
What bus companies travel from Petersburg to Washington DC?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Petersburg to Washington DC. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 2h 41m | NOK 358.51 |
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 2 bus trips from Petersburg to Washington every day, with the average journey taking around 2 hours and 41 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Washington usually start from NOK 286.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Petersburg to Washington DC
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 40 minutes to cover the 118 miles from Petersburg to Washington DC. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 25 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 1:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Petersburg to Washington DC, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Petersburg to Washington DC. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Petersburg, VA to Washington DC; ticket prices start at NOK 286.07.
City Information
Petersburg
Petersburg has a population of 30,791 people and is a suburb of Richmond. There are numerous parks in Petersburg, perfect for the families who live there and visitors looking for some time outdoors.
Petersburg National Battle Park is one of the must-see destinations, with guided tours through the park complete with stories and facts about the area's history. The tour guide will drive you through the park, making stops to tell the tales of what happened at that specific stop. You can also walk through the park yourself or swing by the museum for more info.
Most locals take buses from Charlotte to Petersburg, but bus lines are also available from San Marcos, Dallas, and Los Angeles. Amtrak also has several lines to the city, including the Silver Service, Northeast Regional, Carolinian, and Palmetto, which come to Petersburg from cities such as Richmond, Washington D.C., Lincoln, and Philadelphia.
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 Petersburg?
Main departure station: 100 W Washington St
Most buses depart from the main station in Petersburg.
All bus stations in Petersburg:
100 W Washington 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
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