The cheapest and fastest buses from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to New York, NY
Cheapest price
€29
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Buses per day
42
Distance
326 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to New York, NY will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
Of the 42 buses that leave Washington Union Station, Washington, DC for New York, NY on Wed, Feb 18, 36 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 18 the direct buses cover the 326 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Wed, Feb 18 the slowest buses will take 4 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a flight costs an average of €51.
Distance: 326 km
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Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to New York, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to New York, NY buses for today, Tuesday, February 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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0 | 5:00 AM Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 5h30 | 10:30 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:45 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h00 | 10:45 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h05 | 12:15 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h30 | 12:50 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h40 | 2:10 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 9:20 AM Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 4h50 | 2:10 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:20 AM Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 4h50 | 3:10 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h45 | 3:45 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:05 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h40 | 3:45 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 11:10 AM Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 5h00 | 4:10 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h20 | 5:20 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
undefined · undefined · undefined | 12:05 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 8h00 | 8:05 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
undefined · undefined | 12:05 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h15 | 5:20 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:05 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h35 | 4:40 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:10 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h15 | 6:25 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:10 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h35 | 5:45 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 1:20 PM Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 4h50 | 6:10 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:30 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h35 | 6:05 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h35 | 6:05 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
Gunther Charters via Tripper Bus DOT-110308 MC-128577 | 2:30 PM Arlington, Wilson Blvd (MDistrict Park 1101 Wilson), VA | 4h40 | 7:10 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:35 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h25 | 8:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h30 | 7:30 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h35 | 7:50 PM New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 3:20 PM Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 4h50 | 8:10 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:35 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 6h20 | 9:55 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 3:35 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 6h15 | 9:50 PM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:55 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 6h45 | 10:40 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
Gunther Charters Inc #110308 MC-128577 | 4:30 PM Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 4h40 | 9:10 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 5:10 PM Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 5h00 | 10:10 PM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h45 | 10:15 PM New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:15 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 6h00 | 12:15 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h55 | 11:55 PM New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h35 | 12:05 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 8:00 PM Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 6h30 | 2:30 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:15 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h50 | 3:05 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h35 | 2:05 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:40 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h25 | 3:05 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h15 | 2:45 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 11:10 PM Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 5h00 | 4:10 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:50 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h05 | 4:55 AM New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:25 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h25 | 5:50 AM New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to New York, NY
Buses from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to New York, NY run on average 62 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €18 if you book in advance.
There are 55 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:00, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 326 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 326 km |
Average bus duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €18 |
Buses per day 62 |
Direct buses 55 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 00:00 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound, Best Bus from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to New York, NYYou can travel by bus between Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to New York, NY with FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound, Best Bus for as low as €18. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to New York, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to New York, NY by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to New York, NY
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34 Metro: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- 05:00-01:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Auntie Anne's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: M7, M20, M34A, M42, M104 Metro: A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, N, Q, R, W, 7
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