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The cheapest and fastest buses from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC

Showing times and prices for May 08

Cheapest price

$34

Average price

$35

Fastest journey

3 h 40 m

Average duration

3 h 42 m

Buses per day

5

Distance

282 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.

Fast buses

Of the 5 buses that leave New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ for Washington Union Station, Washington, DC on Fri, May 08, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, May 08 the direct buses cover the 282 km distance in an average of 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .

On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 3 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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:50 PM3h40
    New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station)
    11:30 PMWashington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    $341One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:25 PM3h40
    New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station)
    6:05 PMWashington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    $361One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:00 AM3h50
    New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station)
    11:50 AMWashington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    $361One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:10 AM3h40
    New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station)
    2:50 PMWashington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    $361One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:25 PM3h40
    New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station)
    9:05 PMWashington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    $361One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $67.

Distance: 175 miles (282 km)

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Train
Flight
Driving

$36

Average price

Cheapest

$97

Average price

$168

Average price

$57

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

4h 25m

Average total duration

3h 55m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 25m

Average total duration

2h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 41m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 41m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

3h 24m

Average total duration

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Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC is a bus with an average price of $36 (€28).

This is compared to other travel options from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC:

A bus is $61 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC costing on average $97 (€77).

A bus is $133 (€106) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC costing on average $168 (€134).

The fastest way to travel from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 41m.

Other travel options to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 55m.

Bus takes on average 3h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ and Washington Union Station, Washington, DC including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $36 (€28) compared to roughly $57 (€46) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $22 (€17). The journey takes 3h 55m versus 3h 24m 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 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.

New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:10AM
Arrival Time
02:50PM
Duration
3h40
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:25PM
Arrival Time
09:05PM
Duration
3h40
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$47
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:50PM
Arrival Time
11:30PM
Duration
3h40
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$46

Live departures

New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC bus times

The table below shows live departures for New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC buses for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus11:10 AM New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station)
3h40
2:50 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:25 PM New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station)
3h40
9:05 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus7:50 PM New Brunswick, French Street (Across New Brunswick train station)
3h40
11:30 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station0 transfersDirect
Friday, May 8
meinfernbus_flixbus12:50 AM New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ
3h40
4:30 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 transfersDirect
amtrak3:46 AM New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ
4h14
8:00 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC0 transfersDirect

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Why should you book New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC buses with Omio?

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC

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Buses from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $26 (€20) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by train.

There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 22:25. The fastest bus covers the 175 miles (282 km) distance in 3h 40m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $19 (€15)
Distance
175 miles (282 km)
Average bus duration
3h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
$26 (€20)
Buses per day
3
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
3h 40m
First bus
12:50 AM
Last bus
10:25 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sat
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from $19 (€15)

Bus providers: FlixBus from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DCYou can travel by bus between New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC with FlixBus for as low as $19 (€15). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest Price
$29 (€23)
FlixBus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
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.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
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FAQs: Bus from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Washington Union Station, Washington, DC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC can start from as little as $26 (€20) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC is $36 (€28) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC is 3h 40m to travel the 175 miles (282 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC leaves at 12:50 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC leaves at 10:25 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct buses a day from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC, you can count on FlixBus for the best way to get you to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ and Washington Union Station, Washington, DC and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A trip to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 40m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ and Washington Union Station, Washington, DC including taking a train, bus, and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC:
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC for bus company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC depends on the bus companies:
  • FlixBus
    • 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.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC:
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC:
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC with the following bus company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC with the following bus company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC with the following bus company: FlixBus.
Since neither New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ nor Washington Union Station, Washington, DC are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United States and United States. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from New Brunswick Station, New Brunswick, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United States is the US Dollar (USD). For travelers, using cards is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially credit and debit cards, while cash is useful for small purchases or places that do not accept cards.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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