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Bus from Springfield, VA to Washington DC: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Springfield, VA to Washington DC. Traveling by bus from Springfield, VA to Washington DC usually takes around 25 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
- Distance
- 11 mi (18 km)
- Shortest duration
- 25m
- Cheapest price
- SEK 73.48
- Trips per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- Greyhound
- Bus lines
- 1
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Springfield, VA to Washington DC Bus Schedule

There are several bus options that can take you from Springfield, VA to Washington DC:
See more detailsHow much is a bus ticket from Springfield, VA to Washington DC?
Bus tickets for a trip from Springfield, VA to Washington DC cost SEK 73 on average. This is an excellent value for the 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 Springfield, VA to Washington DC by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from Springfield, VA to Washington DC in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from SEK 69 to SEK 138. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on November 16, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Washington DC this week, bus tickets are available starting at SEK 79.
Average bus ticket prices from Springfield, VA to Washington DC by month
Traveling from Springfield, VA to Washington DC by bus will cost you about the same throughout the year. In general, bus ticket prices for this route are fairly consistent, so expect to pay around SEK 108 whenever you decide to travel.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 11 days in advance. This way, you can save up to SEK 63.85 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from Springfield, VA to Washington DC?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Springfield, VA 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.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 25m | SEK 92.66 |
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 trip from Springfield, VA to Washington DC every day, with the average journey taking around 25 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Washington DC usually start from SEK 73.48.






Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Springfield, VA to Washington DC
There is usually only one bus per day from Springfield, VA to Washington DC. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct bus, meaning that you do not have to get on a different bus at any point during your trip.
Trips per day
1
Direct trips
1
The bus takes an average of 25 minutes to cover the 11 miles from Springfield, VA to Washington DC. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. 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.
Distance (mi)
11
Distance (km)
18
There is usually only one bus per day from Springfield, VA to Washington DC. It leaves the station in Springfield, VA at 9:55 AM each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
Earliest bus
8:55am
Latest bus
9:55am
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, 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.
Most crowded
Thursday
Least crowded
Sunday
City Information
Springfield
Springfield, which was created as a station on the Orange and Alexandria Railroad in 1847, is the principal business center in the southern area of Fairfax County. Springfield, located in Virginia, is a pleasant town with plenty of indoor and outdoor entertainment options.
Lake Accotink is a great place to visit for the dam, lake surrounding walks, and picnicking. Parks, easy access to fishing, hiking paths, kayaking, and paddle boat rentals surround the Lake Accotink reservoir. The St. James Sports, Wellness, and Entertainment Complex also has a waterpark, an ice rink, and courts for basketball, volleyball, and squash.
If you prefer shopping and dining, Springfield Town Center should be on your list of places to visit. The Springfield Town Center offers a wide range of shopping, dining, and entertainment opportunities. It is also home to a Regal cinema, a Dave & Buster's, and the LEGO Discovery Center.
In terms of transportation, you can catch a bus, rent a bike or get in a taxi. The nearest train station is Franconia–Springfield, the end of the Metro Blue Line and a stop on the Virginia Railway Express; Amtrak trains do not stop there. Greyhound and FlixBus provide most of the intercity bus transportation, with routes from Springfield to Washington, Baltimore, New York, Richmond, and Fredericksburg. The Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is only 9 miles away.
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 Springfield, VA?
Main departure station: Springfield Bus Stop, VA
Most buses depart from the main station in Springfield, VA.
All bus stations in Springfield, VA:
- Springfield Bus Stop, VA
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
- Union Station
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