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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Silver Spring to Hampton. Traveling by bus from Silver Spring to Hampton usually takes around 15 hours and 11 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 140 mi (226 km) |
| Shortest duration | 10h 35m |
| Cheapest price | $47.04 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Silver Spring to Hampton?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Silver Spring to Hampton. 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 | 15h 12m | $55.65 |
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 Silver Spring to Hampton every day, with the average journey taking around 15 hours and 12 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Hampton usually start from $47.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 15 hours and 11 minutes to cover the 140 miles from Silver Spring to Hampton. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 35 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.
The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 4:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Silver Spring to Hampton, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Silver Spring
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Silver Spring is a small town that allows you to unwind and enjoy a simple holiday away from the large cities. It is blessed with amazing green areas and parks, of which the Wheaton Regional Park offers a wonderful playground for children. If you are into culturally-inclined activities, the AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center, which is a restored 1930s-era theatre, will provide a memorable experience. As you stroll around town, don’t forget to visit Washington D.C. Northern Boundary Stone, which is one of the oldest federal monuments.
For eats, Abol Ethiopian offers a unique Ethiopian twist for your dinner. If you wish to enjoy fresh seafood, check out Crisfield Seafood.
The busiest bus station in Silver Spring is the bus terminal at 8100 Fenton St, which welcomes buses operated by Greyhound and Peter Pan Bus Lines. There are no Amtrak trains that serve Silver Spring. Also, the city does not have its own dedicated airport but its close proximity to Washington, D.C. and Baltimore make it easy to fly in and out of either the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport or the Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
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.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Silver Spring?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Bus Terminal - 8100 Fenton St
The Bus Terminal at 8100 Fenton St in Silver Springs is a hub of intercity bus transportation for Greyhound. The station building is not huge, but it does have restrooms and vending machines inside, along with a counter to speak with Greyhound customer service staff. The station is conveniently located in the downtown area, surrounded by restaurants and convenience stores. Popular destinations from this station include New York, Newark, Philadelphia, and Atlantic City.
All bus stations in Silver Spring:
Bus Terminal - 8100 Fenton St
Where does the bus arrive in Hampton?
Main arrival station: Hampton Bus Station
All buses from Silver Spring arrive at one main station in Hampton.
All bus stations in Hampton:
Hampton Bus Station
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