- Must visit
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
One of the world’s most visited natural history museums, known for dinosaur fossils, the Hope Diamond, and strong family-friendly exhibits on Earth and life sciences.
Cheapest price
$142
Average price
$158
Fastest journey
1 d 10 h 25 m
Average duration
1 d 12 h 13 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
2118 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Austin, TX to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Austin, TX to Washington, DC will cost around $158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $142.
It's difficult to get from Austin, TX to Washington, DC without transferring at least 2 times.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Austin, TX to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $129. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $129, and a train costs an average of $208.
Distance: 1316 miles (2118 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$269 Average price Cheapest | $770 Average price | $316 Average price | $309 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
34h 55m Average total duration 34h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 48h 13m Average total duration 47h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Austin, TX to Washington, DC:
A bus is $46 (€37) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Austin, TX to Washington, DC costing on average $316 (€255).
A bus is $501 (€404) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Austin, TX to Washington, DC costing on average $770 (€622).
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Bus takes on average 34h 25m.
Train takes on average 47h 43m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 41h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $378 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 34h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $229 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 36h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 36h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 36h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $158 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 63h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $143 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 62h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $192 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 05:35AM | Duration 41h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 44h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 40h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 41h35 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $318 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 39h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $318 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 37h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 36h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 41h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $168 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 41h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $168 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 39h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $348 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 34h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $144 |
The table below shows live departures for Austin, TX to Washington, DC buses for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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· · + FlixBus | 3:30 AM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 41h45 | 10:15 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 3 transfers | |
· · · | 11:30 AM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 41h05 | 5:35 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 2:20 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 58h20 | 1:40 AM Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) | 5 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 3:40 PM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 40h30 | 9:10 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 4:00 PM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 40h10 | 9:10 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 4:20 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 39h50 | 9:10 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 9:40 PM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 41h45 | 4:25 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 9:55 PM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 41h30 | 4:25 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 3 transfers | |
· +![]() | 10:55 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 34h25 | 10:20 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Austin, TX to Washington, DC run on average 14 times per day, taking around 34h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $129 (€104) but you can travel from only $121 (€98) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 1316 miles (2118 km) distance in 34h 10m.
Distance 1316 miles (2118 km) |
Average bus duration 34h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $129 (€104) |
Buses per day 14 |
Fastest bus 34h 10m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Washington — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Washington trip today.
One of the world’s most visited natural history museums, known for dinosaur fossils, the Hope Diamond, and strong family-friendly exhibits on Earth and life sciences.
Flagship Smithsonian museum exploring African American history, culture, and community through powerful permanent exhibitions and major national narratives.
Premier art museum with masterworks from the Middle Ages to the modern era, plus sculpture garden and rotating exhibitions in two landmark buildings.
Washington’s essential civic promenade lined with museums and monuments, ideal for first-time visitors and the city’s top walking experience.
Historic waterfront neighborhood known for charming streets, rowhouses, shopping, and canal-side walks; a classic area for exploring on foot.
Scenic reservoir loop famous for memorials and cherry blossoms, especially photogenic at sunrise, sunset, and spring bloom season.
Washington’s signature sausage, typically smoky and spicy, served on a bun with mustard, onions, and chili. It is one of the city’s most iconic street foods.
A sweet-tangy sauce strongly associated with Washington carryout culture, often paired with fried chicken or wings. It is a distinctive local comfort-food staple.
Sweet blue crab from the Chesapeake region, commonly served steamed and heavily seasoned. It reflects the Mid-Atlantic seafood traditions closely tied to Washington.
A celebrated historic restaurant near the White House, known for oysters, crab cakes, and classic Washington political dining ambiance.
Widely acclaimed Indian restaurant with a polished atmosphere, famous for refined cooking and one of Washington’s best-known dining rooms.
Well-known French brasserie in Logan Circle, valued for its classic menu, energetic scene, and stylish long-established popularity.
Prices are high by U.S. standards, especially for hotels and dining in central areas, though casual food is still manageable.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants with table service. USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up or 10-15% for taxis, and USD 1-2 per bag for hotel staff.
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Eastern Market/Pennsylvania Ave SE & 8th St SE, Washington, DC -> Metro Center, Washington, DC
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