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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
$125
Average price
$125
Fastest journey
11 h 25 m
Average duration
11 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
505 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hamlet, NC 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 Hamlet, NC to Washington, DC will cost around $125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.
Of the 1 buses that leave Hamlet, NC for Washington, DC on Fri, Aug 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 07 the direct buses cover the 505 km distance in an average of 11 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 25 m .
On Fri, Aug 07 the slowest buses will take 11 h 25 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 Hamlet, NC to Washington, DC run on average 2 times per day, taking around 12h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $85 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 313 miles (505 km) distance in 11h 25m.
Distance 313 miles (505 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $85 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 25m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $157 |
The table below shows live departures for Hamlet, NC to Washington, DC buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:25 PM Hamlet, NC | 16h30 | 6:55 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Most Hamlet, NC to Washington, DC buses use the Rockingham, E Broad Ave / John St (Marathon Station) to Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamlet, NC 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.
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