- Must visit
George Washington's Mount Vernon
Historic estate museum of George Washington with the mansion, education center, gardens, and exhibitions. One of the region's signature heritage sites and a major priority visit.
Cheapest price
$33
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 11 m
Buses per day
15
Distance
326 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Alexandria, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newark, NJ to Alexandria, VA will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $33.
Of the 15 buses that leave Newark, NJ for Alexandria, VA on Sun, Jun 21, 15 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 326 km distance in an average of 4 h 11 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 4 h 15 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.
JP Comfort Travel 3858970 1409073
SWIFT LIMOUSINE INC DOT# 3132165 MC# 93745
Bethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-1763100
MOTOR COACH TOUR CORP DOT # 3321141 MC-1069628
Gunther Charters Inc #110308 MC-128577
SWIFT LIMOUSINE INC DOT# 3132165 MC# 93745
JP Comfort Travel 3858970 1409073
SWIFT LIMOUSINE INC DOT# 3132165 MC# 93745
MOTOR COACH TOUR CORP DOT # 3321141 MC-1069628
Gunther Charters Inc #110308 MC-128577Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark, NJ to Alexandria, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $86.
Distance: 202 miles (326 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $112 Average price | $189 Average price | $68 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 20m Average total duration 4h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration 4h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Newark, NJ to Alexandria, VA:
A bus is $75 (€61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark, NJ to Alexandria, VA costing on average $112 (€92).
A bus is $152 (€124) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newark, NJ to Alexandria, VA costing on average $189 (€155).
Other travel options to Alexandria, VA take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 21m.
Bus takes on average 4h 50m.
You'll arrive about {timeSavings} sooner ({durationInMinutes} by bus vs {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car) and save roughly {savingsAmount} compared to fuel and tolls ({cheapestPrice} vs {drivingPriceInCents}). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator CoachRun | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 03:45AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $45 |
The table below shows live departures for Newark, NJ to Alexandria, VA buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
JP Comfort Travel 3858970 1409073 | 7:00 AM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 4h30 | 11:30 AM Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Bethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-1763100 | 9:30 AM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 5h50 | 3:20 PM Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
MOTOR COACH TOUR CORP DOT # 3321141 MC-1069628 | 10:00 AM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 4h15 | 2:15 PM Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
JP Comfort Travel 3858970 1409073 | 11:00 AM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 4h30 | 3:30 PM Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Gunther Charters Inc #110308 MC-128577 | 12:00 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 4h20 | 4:20 PM Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Gunther Charters Inc #110308 MC-128577 | 5:30 PM New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 4h40 | 10:10 PM Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Newark, NJ to Alexandria, VA run on average 15 times per day, taking around 4h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) if you book in advance.
There are 11 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 202 miles (326 km) distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 202 miles (326 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Discover the best of Alexandria — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alexandria trip today.
Historic estate museum of George Washington with the mansion, education center, gardens, and exhibitions. One of the region's signature heritage sites and a major priority visit.
Well-known waterfront art center with working artist studios and galleries. Popular for browsing local art and meeting artists in a historic industrial building.
City history museum in a landmark Greek Revival building, covering Alexandria's past from colonial times through the present. A compact and worthwhile local introduction.
The city's signature historic district with brick sidewalks, preserved rowhouses, boutiques, and waterfront access. Essential for first-time visitors and one of the area's most photogenic places.
Main historic street running through Old Town, lined with shops, galleries, and architecture. A classic walking route and one of Alexandria's most recognizable addresses.
Scenic Potomac waterfront area with promenades, marinas, public art, and views toward Washington. Especially popular for strolling, sunset photos, and social media content.
Small biscuits filled with salty cured Virginia ham, a classic snack tied to Virginia food traditions and often served at gatherings.
Pan-seared cakes made with lump crab meat and minimal filler, reflecting the long culinary influence of the nearby Chesapeake Bay.
Fresh regional oysters served raw with lemon and mignonette, popular across Northern Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic seafood scene.
Long-established upscale Old Town dining room offering refined American cuisine with seasonal Mid-Atlantic ingredients.
Established Old Town seafood and steak restaurant with a classic atmosphere, especially known for regional seafood and crab cakes.
Trusted local favorite for oysters, lobster rolls, and Mid-Atlantic seafood in a relaxed brasserie-style space.
Prices are moderate by U.S. city standards. Hotels can be pricey in peak season, while casual dining is fairly accessible.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff and delivery drivers.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Alexandria, VA 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 Alexandria, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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