The cheapest and fastest buses from Boston, MA to Arlington, VA
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$78
Fastest journey
9 h 40 m
Average duration
10 h 25 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
640 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Boston, MA to Arlington, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Boston, MA to Arlington, VA will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 3 buses that leave Boston, MA for Arlington, VA on Thu, Nov 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 640 km distance in an average of 10 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 40 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 10 h 50 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.






Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Boston, MA to Arlington, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Boston, MA to Arlington, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €42, and a flight costs an average of €38.
Distance: 397 miles (640 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€67 Average price Cheapest | €137 Average price | €137 Average price |
9h 40m Average total duration 9h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 1m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Boston, MA to Arlington, VA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Boston, MA to Arlington, VA buses for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:00 PM Boston, MA | 9h40 | 9:40 PM Arlington, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:45 PM Boston, MA | 10h50 | 11:35 PM Arlington, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Boston, MA | 10h45 | 11:45 PM Arlington, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Boston, MA to Arlington, VA
Distance 397 miles (640 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Boston, MA to Arlington, VAYou can travel by bus between Boston, MA to Arlington, VA with FlixBus for as low as $47 (€38). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Boston, MA to Arlington, VA

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Arlington National Cemetery, a historic military cemetery and the final resting place for many U. S. Service members and notable figures
- The Pentagon, the headquarters of the United States Department of Defense and a symbol of the U. S. Military
- Marine Corps War Memorial, a monument dedicated to all U. S. Marine Corps personnel who have died in the defense of the United States since 1775
- Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial, a historic mansion and museum located within Arlington National Cemetery
- Theodore Roosevelt Island, a national memorial and park dedicated to the 26th President of the United States, featuring walking trails and natural scenery.
- The Fashion Centre at Pentagon City, a large shopping mall featuring a variety of retail stores and dining options
- Visit the Arlington Arts Center, which showcases contemporary art exhibitions and offers art classes
- Explore the Mount Vernon Trail, a scenic trail perfect for biking and walking along the Potomac River
- Enjoy a performance at the Signature Theatre, known for its innovative productions
- Experience the local cuisine at the Ballston Quarter, a vibrant food hall with diverse dining options.
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- 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.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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