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The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Essex Junction, VT 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 Essex Junction, VT to Washington, DC will cost around CHF 89 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF 79.
On Fri, Nov 13, we found 3 buses from Essex Junction, VT to Washington, DC, including 3 direct services.
On Fri, Nov 13 the direct buses cover the 702 km distance in an average of 19 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 5 m .
On Fri, Nov 13 the slowest buses will take 1 d 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.

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Buses from Essex Junction, VT to Washington, DC run on average 6 times per day, taking around 14h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at CHF 75 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 436 miles (702 km) distance in 13h 20m.
Distance 436 miles (702 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF 75 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 13h 20m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Essex Junction, VT to Washington, DC.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 22h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price CHF 89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 21h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price CHF 86 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF 79 |
Operator Green Mountain Transit | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 24h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price CHF 152 |
Operator Green Mountain Transit | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price CHF 148 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:25PM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price CHF 75 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price CHF 185 |
Operator Green Mountain Transit | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 24h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price CHF 152 |
Operator Green Mountain Transit | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 07:25PM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price CHF 148 |
The table below shows live departures for Essex Junction, VT to Washington, DC buses for today, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:05 PM Essex Junction, VT | 24h15 | 12:20 PM Washington, DC | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 12:25 PM Essex Junction, VT | 14h10 | 2:35 AM Washington, DC | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 9:55 PM Essex Junction, VT | 24h50 | 10:45 PM Washington, DC | 4 transfers | |
![]() | 11:10 PM Essex Junction, VT | 20h15 | 7:25 PM Washington, DC | 3 transfers | |
| Friday, November 13 | |||||
![]() | 6:50 AM Essex Junction, VT | 16h05 | 10:55 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:50 AM Essex Junction, VT | 16h05 | 11:55 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Most Essex Junction, VT to Washington, DC buses use the to Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station station pair, with some services arriving at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW). Use this guide to compare Essex Junction, VT and Washington, DC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Shake Shack (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and food court.
Ticket office support is available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station.
Available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station: Elevators, ramps.
Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) is 1 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW). ATMs are available at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW).
Ticket office support is available at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW).
Available at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW): Sidewalks and crosswalks are wheelchair accessible.
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