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National Air and Space Museum
This world-class museum presents aviation and space history through iconic aircraft, spacecraft, and hands-on science exhibits.
Cheapest price on Oct 24
$84
Average ticket price on Oct 24
$84
Fastest journey on Oct 24
6 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Oct 24
6 h 15 m
Buses on Oct 24
2
Distance
349 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Blacksburg, VA 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 Blacksburg, VA to Washington, DC will cost around $84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $84.
On Sat, Oct 24, we found 2 buses from Blacksburg, VA to Washington, DC, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 24 the direct buses cover the 349 km distance in an average of 6 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .
On Sat, Oct 24 the slowest buses will take 6 h 15 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.




Buses from Blacksburg, VA to Washington, DC run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $66 (€56) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 19:30. The fastest bus covers the 216 miles (349 km) distance in 5h 5m.
Distance 216 miles (349 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€56) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 5h 5m |
First bus 5:00 AM |
Last bus 7:30 PM |
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Blacksburg, VA to Washington, DC.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Megabus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
The table below shows live departures for Blacksburg, VA to Washington, DC buses for today, Friday, October 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Swift Buses Inc 3531549 MC-1175863 | 5:30 PM Blacksburg, Transit Center (Maroon Loop Bay), VA | 4h50 | 10:20 PM Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, October 24 | |||||
![]() | 12:00 PM Blacksburg, VA | 6h15 | 6:15 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Tip 18-20% at restaurants, more for great service. Taxis usually 10-15%. Cafes: round up or add $1-2.
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Most Blacksburg, VA to Washington, DC buses use the Blacksburg to Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Blacksburg, VA and Washington, DC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Blacksburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free WiFi available for passengers. ATMs are available at Blacksburg.
Ticket office support is available at Blacksburg.
Available at Blacksburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Blacksburg: Wheelchair accessible entry and seating available.
Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food courts and restaurants available inside.
Free Wi-Fi is available in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located in the station.
Ticket office support is available at Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal.
Available at Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal: Wheelchair accessible ramps and restrooms.
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