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Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
One of the largest art museums in the United States, known for major collections spanning ancient to contemporary art.
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
10 h 30 m
Average duration
10 h 50 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
641 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 2 buses that leave Alexandria, VA for Boston, MA on Mon, Jun 01, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct buses cover the 641 km distance in an average of 10 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 30 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest buses will take 11 h 10 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, and a flight costs an average of $98.
Distance: 398 miles (641 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$67 Average price Cheapest | $193 Average price | $238 Average price | $141 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 12m Average total duration 9h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 6m Average total duration 9h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 1h 37m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA:
A bus is $126 (€102) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA costing on average $193 (€155).
A bus is $172 (€138) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA costing on average $238 (€192).
Other travel options to Boston, MA take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 36m.
Bus takes on average 9h 42m.
Tickets start at around $67 (€54) compared to roughly $141 (€114) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $75 (€60). The journey takes 9h 42m versus 7h 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
The table below shows live departures for Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA buses for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 10h50 | 7:50 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 10h20 | 7:20 PM Cambridge, Steel Place, MA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:05 AM Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) | 10h20 | 8:25 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 9h55 | 8:25 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Arlington, Wilson Blvd / N Kent St (Rosslyn), VA | 10h10 | 9:15 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 9h45 | 9:15 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 10h20 | 10:20 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 PM Bethesda, Waverly Street / Montgomery Ave, MD | 11h25 | 11:30 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 10h30 | 11:30 PM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 transfer | |
· | 1:15 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 11h50 | 1:05 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 10h10 | 4:40 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Bethesda, Waverly Street / Montgomery Ave, MD | 10h10 | 4:40 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:30 PM Bethesda, Waverly Street / Montgomery Ave, MD | 11h10 | 5:40 AM Brookline, Harvard St (Coolidge Corner Opticians), MA | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:25 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 9h45 | 5:10 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 10h10 | 5:40 AM Brookline, Harvard St (Coolidge Corner Opticians), MA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 7:30 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 9h40 | 5:10 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:35 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 9h50 | 7:25 AM Brookline, Harvard St (Coolidge Corner Opticians), MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 9h25 | 9:00 AM Brookline, Harvard St (Coolidge Corner Opticians), MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 9h50 | 9:25 AM Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 1 | |||||
![]() | 4:45 AM Alexandria, VA | 10h30 | 3:15 PM Boston, MA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA run on average 24 times per day, taking around 9h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $52 (€41) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 398 miles (641 km) distance in 9h 25m.
Distance 398 miles (641 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€41) |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 25m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Boston — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Boston trip today.
One of the largest art museums in the United States, known for major collections spanning ancient to contemporary art.
A distinctive Venetian-style museum with art, architecture, and a celebrated courtyard; one of Boston’s most memorable cultural sites.
A major science museum with interactive exhibits, family-friendly displays, and a planetarium on the Charles River.
Boston’s best-known walking route linking many of the city’s historic sites, ideal for first-time visitors.
The oldest public park in the United States and a central green space for strolling, events, and city views.
A beautifully landscaped historic garden known for its lagoon, footbridge, flowers, and Swan Boats.
A creamy soup with clams, potatoes, and onions, closely associated with Boston and the wider New England coast.
A classic New England sandwich of lobster meat in a toasted split-top bun, often served warm with butter or chilled with mayo.
Slow-cooked beans traditionally baked with molasses and salt pork; the dish helped give Boston its nickname, Beantown.
Highly regarded Cambridge-area restaurant near Boston known for refined Eastern Mediterranean cooking and a warm, upscale atmosphere.
Small, famous North End seafood spot celebrated for lobster rolls, oysters, and polished raw bar service.
Iconic North End pastry shop best known for cannoli and other Italian-American desserts in a lively, casual atmosphere.
Boston is expensive by U.S. standards, especially for hotels and dining, though casual eats and transit are manageable.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants; 20%+ for great service. USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff and delivery drivers.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alexandria, VA to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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