The cheapest and fastest buses from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 14 m
Buses per day
27
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Newark Penn Station, Newark, 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 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 27 buses that leave Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ for Washington Union Station, Washington, DC on Fri, May 08, 22 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 317 km distance in an average of 4 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 4 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.
SWIFT LIMOUSINE INC DOT# 3132165 MC# 9374512:00 PM4h20New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street4:20 PMWashington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station)$241One-way0 transfers
Gold Line, Inc. (Martz) DOT # 120818 MC # 1084523:00 PM4h40New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street7:40 PMWashington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station)$321One-way0 transfers
SWIFT LIMOUSINE INC DOT# 3132165 MC# 937457:00 PM4h00New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street11:00 PMWashington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station)$321One-way0 transfers
SWIFT LIMOUSINE INC DOT# 3132165 MC# 937455:30 PM4h40New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street10:10 PMWashington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station)$361One-way0 transfers
JP Comfort Travel 3858970 14090738:30 AM4h30New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street1:00 PMWashington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station)$361One-way0 transfers
SWIFT LIMOUSINE INC DOT# 3132165 MC# 937457:00 PM4h00New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street11:00 PMWashington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station)$321One-way0 transfers
7:35 PM4h10Newark, Penn Station11:45 PMWashington, Columbus Circle, Union Station$911One-way0 transfers
MOTOR COACH TOUR CORP DOT # 3321141 MC-106962810:00 AM4h15New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street2:15 PMWashington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station)$371One-way0 transfers
SWIFT LIMOUSINE INC DOT# 3132165 MC# 9374512:00 PM4h20New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street4:20 PMWashington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station)$241One-way0 transfers
FlixBus12:20 AM4h25Newark, Penn Station4:45 AMWashington, Columbus Circle, Union Station$911One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $58.
Distance: 196 miles (317 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$51 Average price Cheapest | $78 Average price | $203 Average price | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 12m Average total duration 4h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration 3h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC:
A bus is $26 (€21) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC costing on average $78 (€62).
A bus is $152 (€121) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC costing on average $203 (€162).
Other travel options to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 29m.
Bus takes on average 4h 42m.
Tickets start at around $51 (€41) compared to roughly $65 (€52) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $14 (€11). The journey takes 4h 42m versus 3h 48m 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, Greyhound, Infobus, Peter Pan Bus Lines, Peter Pan Bus.
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.
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
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 Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 10:22PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 4h38 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator OurBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Live departures
Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC bus times
The table below shows live departures for Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC buses for tomorrow, Friday, May 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 12:20 AM Newark, Penn Station | 4h25 | 4:45 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:50 AM Newark, Penn Station | 5h00 | 6:50 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:00 AM Newark, Penn Station | 5h10 | 8:10 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:35 AM Newark, Penn Station | 4h55 | 11:30 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Newark, Penn Station | 4h35 | 11:50 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Buses from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 196 miles (317 km) distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 196 miles (317 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound, Infobus, Peter Pan Bus Lines, Peter Pan Bus from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DCYou can travel by bus between Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC with FlixBus, Greyhound, Infobus, Peter Pan Bus Lines, Peter Pan Bus for as low as $20 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newark Penn Station, Newark, 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.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- 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.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Peter Pan Bus
- Small dogs and cats are allowed on board in a carrier.
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