- 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 broad family-friendly exhibits.
Cheapest price
$106
Average price
$126
Fastest journey
12 h 40 m
Average duration
13 h 9 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
470 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Buffalo, NY 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 Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
It's difficult to get from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC without transferring at least once.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $66, and a flight costs an average of $94.
Distance: 292 miles (470 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$137 Average price Cheapest | $188 Average price | $247 Average price | $75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 2m Average total duration 13h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 52m Average total duration 13h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC:
A bus is $51 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC costing on average $188 (€155).
A bus is $111 (€91) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC costing on average $247 (€204).
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 22m.
Bus takes on average 13h 32m.
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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 FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 15h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 15h06 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $98 |
The table below shows live departures for Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC buses for today, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus+![]() | 10:30 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 13h00 | 11:30 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 15h05 | 1:35 AM Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 10:50 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 12h40 | 11:30 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 14h45 | 1:35 AM Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 1:05 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 17h45 | 6:50 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 2 transfers | |
· | 3:40 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 15h10 | 6:50 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
+ FlixBus | 5:20 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 14h55 | 8:15 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 10:00 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 13h30 | 11:30 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 10:20 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 13h10 | 11:30 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 13h50 | 12:50 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 PM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 13h30 | 12:50 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 14h21 | 2:20 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:20 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 14h00 | 2:20 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
· | 12:55 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 15h35 | 4:30 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ · | 3:30 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 13h45 | 5:15 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 3:50 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 13h25 | 5:15 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:30 AM Buffalo, NFTA Metro Center | 13h45 | 7:15 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:45 AM Cheektowaga, BNIA Drway & BNIA Terminal | 13h30 | 7:15 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Buffalo, NY to Washington, DC run on average 16 times per day, taking around 13h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $66 (€55) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 292 miles (470 km) distance in 12h 55m.
Distance 292 miles (470 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€55) |
Buses per day 16 |
Fastest bus 12h 55m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 70 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 broad family-friendly exhibits.
Flagship Smithsonian museum covering aviation and spaceflight, with iconic aircraft, spacecraft, and major interactive exhibits.
Premier art museum with strong collections from the Middle Ages to modern art, plus sculpture garden and rotating exhibitions.
The city’s grand ceremonial park lined with Smithsonian museums, memorials, and iconic government buildings.
Historic neighborhood of cobblestone streets, waterfront walks, rowhouses, and some of Washington’s most photogenic corners.
Scenic waterside loop famous for cherry blossoms and views of major memorials, especially popular for sunrise and spring visits.
Washington’s signature sausage, usually smoky and spicy, served on a bun with chili, mustard, and onions. It is one of the city’s most iconic street foods.
A sweet-tangy sauce closely associated with Washington carryout culture, often paired with fried chicken wings and fries. It is a local comfort-food staple.
Steamed or picked blue crab from the nearby Chesapeake region is deeply tied to local food traditions. It is especially popular in warmer months.
Celebrated upscale restaurant with creative small plates and a warm, energetic atmosphere. It is one of Washington’s best-known modern dining destinations.
A classic, long-running Washington institution known for oysters, crab cakes, and traditional American fare in an elegant historic atmosphere.
Bustling brasserie known for polished French classics, strong brunch, and a stylish dining room that is popular with both locals and visitors.
Prices are high for hotels and dining, especially downtown. Free museums help balance daily costs.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants. USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff USD 2-5.
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