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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
$31
Average price
$33
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
4 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Exton, PA 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 Exton, PA to Washington, DC will cost around $33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 2 buses that leave Exton, PA for Washington, DC on Fri, Jun 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct buses cover the 175 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest buses will take 4 h 39 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Exton, PA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $219.
Distance: 108 miles (175 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$31 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price | $433 Average price | $32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Exton, PA to Washington, DC:
A bus is $39 (€32) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Exton, PA to Washington, DC costing on average $70 (€56).
A bus is $402 (€325) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Exton, PA to Washington, DC costing on average $433 (€350).
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 8m.
Flight takes on average 3h 44m.
Tickets start at around $31 (€25) compared to roughly $32 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $1 (€1). The journey takes 3h 8m versus 2h 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Greyhound, FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:21AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 4h39 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
The table below shows live departures for Exton, PA to Washington, DC buses for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:50 PM Exton, PA | 4h05 | 1:55 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:50 PM Exton, PA | 4h05 | 2:55 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, June 4 | |||||
![]() | 1:30 AM Exton, PA | 3h20 | 4:50 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:21 AM Exton, PA | 4h39 | 7:00 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Exton, PA to Washington, DC run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 12 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 108 miles (175 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 108 miles (175 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 14 days |
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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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