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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 on Aug 30
€96
Average ticket price on Aug 30
€121
Fastest journey on Aug 30
13 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Aug 30
14 h 23 m
Buses on Aug 30
8
Distance
497 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Niagara Falls, NY 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 Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC will cost around €121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €96.
It's difficult to get from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €97 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 13h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €97, while a train costs an average of €246.
Distance: 308 miles (497 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€97 Average price Cheapest | €246 Average price |
14h 12m Average total duration 13h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 32m Average total duration Fastest 13h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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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 Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC:
A bus is €148 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC costing on average €246.
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 42m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 14h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 17h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 26h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €72 |
The table below shows live departures for Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC buses for today, Saturday, August 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+![]() | 9:20 PM Niagara Falls, Old Main St, NY | 14h10 | 11:30 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 PM Niagara Falls, Old Main St, NY | 15h45 | 3:05 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ · + FlixBus | 11:20 PM Niagara Falls, Old Main St, NY | 26h15 | 1:35 AM Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) | 3 transfers | |
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FlixBus+ · | 2:50 AM Niagara Falls, Old Main St, NY | 14h40 | 5:30 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:50 AM Niagara Falls, Old Main St, NY | 14h25 | 7:15 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 AM Niagara Falls, Old Main St, NY | 15h45 | 1:35 AM Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 9:50 AM Niagara Falls, Old Main St, NY | 13h40 | 11:30 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Niagara Falls, Old Main St, NY | 17h00 | 5:00 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC run on average 8 times per day, taking around 13h 42m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €62 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 308 miles (497 km) distance in 12h 40m.
Distance 308 miles (497 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €62 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 12h 40m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 84 days |
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Most Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC buses use the Niagara Falls, Old Main St to Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station station pair, with some services arriving at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW). Use this guide to compare Niagara Falls, NY and Washington, DC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Niagara Falls, Old Main St is 1 km from Niagara Falls city centre. Public transport options include:
Niagara Falls, Old Main St has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi available inside the station. ATMs are available at Niagara Falls, Old Main St.
Ticket office support is available at Niagara Falls, Old Main St.
Available at Niagara Falls, Old Main St: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Niagara Falls, Old Main St: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
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.
Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) is 1 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW). ATMs are available at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW).
Ticket office support is available at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW).
Available at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW): Sidewalks and crosswalks are wheelchair accessible.
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