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The cheapest and fastest buses from Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 11
Cheapest price on Nov 11
$48
Average ticket price on Nov 11
$60
Fastest journey on Nov 11
4 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Nov 11
4 h 25 m
Buses on Nov 11
12
Distance
329 km
Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Penn Station, New York, NY 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 Penn Station, New York, NY 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 $48.

Fast buses

On Wed, Nov 11, we found 12 buses from Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC, including 10 direct services.

On Wed, Nov 11 the direct buses cover the 329 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .

On Wed, Nov 11 the slowest buses will take 4 h 35 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.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC

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Buses from Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 if you book in advance.

There are 20 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 204 miles (329 km) distance in 3h 25m.

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
Distance
204 miles (329 km)
Average bus duration
4h 47m
Cheapest ticket price
$15
Buses per day
21
Direct buses
20
Fastest bus
3h 25m
First bus
1:00 AM
Last bus
10:00 PM
Cheapest Month
Dec
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
84 days
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

Frequently asked questions about your Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC trip

Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC.

Cheap bus tickets from Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC can start from as little as $15 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC is $47 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest bus from Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC leaves at 1:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC leaves at 10:00 PM.
Yes, there are 20 direct buses a day from Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC with FlixBus, CoachRun. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.

Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:20AM
Arrival Time
06:00AM
Duration
4h40
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$54
Operator
OurBus
Departure Time
01:45AM
Arrival Time
06:15AM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$53
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:30AM
Arrival Time
07:55AM
Duration
5h25
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:00AM
Arrival Time
10:05AM
Duration
5h05
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$42
Operator
OurBus
Departure Time
06:00AM
Arrival Time
10:05AM
Duration
4h05
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$45
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:30AM
Arrival Time
12:00PM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
12:50PM
Duration
4h50
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$44
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:30AM
Arrival Time
01:00PM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$40
Operator
OurBus
Departure Time
08:30AM
Arrival Time
01:00PM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:00AM
Arrival Time
01:40PM
Duration
4h40
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
OurBus
Departure Time
09:30AM
Arrival Time
03:20PM
Duration
5h50
Departure days
Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
02:20PM
Duration
4h20
Departure days
Mon, Thu
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:15AM
Arrival Time
03:30PM
Duration
5h15
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$33
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:30AM
Arrival Time
03:05PM
Duration
4h35
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
OurBus
Departure Time
10:30AM
Arrival Time
02:30PM
Duration
4h00
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat
Cheapest price
$94
Operator
OurBus
Departure Time
11:00AM
Arrival Time
03:30PM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
11:30AM
Arrival Time
04:00PM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
04:20PM
Duration
4h20
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$18
Operator
OurBus
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
04:20PM
Duration
4h20
Departure days
Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
12:30PM
Arrival Time
05:45PM
Duration
5h15
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
12:45PM
Arrival Time
05:30PM
Duration
4h45
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
OurBus
Departure Time
01:30PM
Arrival Time
06:00PM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$42
Operator
OurBus
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
06:00PM
Duration
4h00
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$94
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
06:35PM
Duration
4h35
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:30PM
Arrival Time
07:00PM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$23
Operator
OurBus
Departure Time
02:30PM
Arrival Time
07:00PM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Sat
Cheapest price
$126
Operator
OurBus
Departure Time
03:00PM
Arrival Time
07:40PM
Duration
4h40
Departure days
Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
$40
Operator
OurBus
Departure Time
03:30PM
Arrival Time
07:30PM
Duration
4h00
Departure days
Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
$126
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:45PM
Arrival Time
09:10PM
Duration
5h25
Departure days
Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$32
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
09:15PM
Duration
5h15
Departure days
Wed
Cheapest price
$66
Operator
OurBus
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
08:00PM
Duration
4h00
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu
Cheapest price
$94
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:30PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$35
Operator
OurBus
Departure Time
04:30PM
Arrival Time
08:45PM
Duration
4h15
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$42
Operator
OurBus
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
10:30PM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
11:40PM
Duration
4h40
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$36
Operator
OurBus
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
11:00PM
Duration
4h00
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$58
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
12:40AM
Duration
4h40
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$41
Operator
OurBus
Departure Time
08:30PM
Arrival Time
01:00AM
Duration
4h30
Departure days
Sun
Cheapest price
$48
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:00PM
Arrival Time
01:10AM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$36
Operator
Amtrak
Departure Time
09:05PM
Arrival Time
02:00AM
Duration
4h55
Departure days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Cheapest price
$105
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:00PM
Arrival Time
02:25AM
Duration
4h25
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$40
Operator
Amtrak
Departure Time
10:05PM
Arrival Time
03:00AM
Duration
4h55
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$50
Operator
OurBus
Departure Time
10:30PM
Arrival Time
03:40AM
Duration
5h10
Departure days
Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$30
Operator
Greyhound
Departure Time
11:59PM
Arrival Time
06:50AM
Duration
6h51
Departure days
Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$44

Live departures

Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC bus times

The table below shows live departures for Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC buses for today, Tuesday, November 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
FlixBusFlixBus5:00 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
5h05
10:05 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus7:30 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
4h30
12:00 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:00 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
4h50
12:50 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
4h40
1:40 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus10:30 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
4h35
3:05 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
4h20
4:20 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus12:30 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
5h15
5:45 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
4h35
6:35 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:30 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
4h30
7:00 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station0 transfersDirect
OurBusGunther Charters via Tripper Bus DOT-110308 MC-1285774:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
4h00
8:00 PM Bethesda, MD (7101 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD (Between Willow Ln and Leland St.)), MD0 transfersDirect
OurBusGunther Charters via Tripper Bus DOT-110308 MC-1285774:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
4h30
8:30 PM Arlington, Wilson Blvd (MDistrict Park 1101 Wilson), VA0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus8:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
4h40
12:40 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus9:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
4h10
1:10 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station0 transfersDirect
Amtrak1167 Northeast Regional · 6077 Connecting Bus9:05 PM Penn Station, New York, NY
4h55
2:00 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus10:00 PM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
4h25
2:25 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus1:20 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
4h40
6:00 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station0 transfersDirect
FlixBusFlixBus2:30 AM New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.
5h25
7:55 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station0 transfersDirect

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FlixBus as well as Greyhound or CoachRun offer buses services from Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC.
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Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound, CoachRun from Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DCYou can travel by bus between Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC with FlixBus, Greyhound, CoachRun for as low as $15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

CoachRun

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average CoachRun Duration
4h 30m
Cheapest CoachRun Price
$33
CoachRun frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One checked bag up to 62 inches and 50 pounds, plus one carry-on bag per passenger.
Additional luggage
Oversized or extra luggage may incur fees starting at $10 per piece.
Luggage storage
Each passenger is allowed one checked bag and one carry-on bag.
Cancellation Policy
Once a reservation is booked, it cannot be canceled by the customer; duplicate bookings are non-refundable.
Unaccompagned minor
Minors under 18 may travel alone with a notarized authorization letter from a parent or legal guardian.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Light snacks are allowed; passengers must keep their seating area clean and dispose of all trash properly.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Buses are equipped with facilities for disabled passengers.
Bikes
Bicycles may be transported based on space availability; additional luggage space cannot be reserved.
Entertaiment on board
Quiet zone

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 FlixBus Duration
3h 25m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
$15
FlixBus frequency
20 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
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.

Greyhound

About
Greyhound Lines, Inc. is a prominent American intercity bus transportation provider, established in 1914. It operates the largest intercity bus network in the United States, also extending services to Canada and Mexico. Greyhound is known for offering affordable and reliable long-distance travel, connecting major cities and rural communities across North America. The company's buses are equipped with amenities such as free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and extra legroom to enhance passenger comfort. Greyhound is a subsidiary of Flix SE, which also owns FlixBus, and together they offer an extensive network of over 1,600 destinations.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Greyhound Duration
4h 30m
Cheapest Greyhound Price
$25
Greyhound frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
Additional luggage
$15 per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed.

Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Penn Station, New York, NY and Washington Union Station, Washington, DC

Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.

When taking a bus from Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC, you can count on FlixBus, Greyhound, CoachRun 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 Penn Station, New York, NY and Washington Union Station, Washington, DC and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC for bus company FlixBus, Greyhound, CoachRun.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC:
  • CoachRun
    • Buses are equipped with facilities for disabled passengers.
  • Greyhound
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company {providersWithBike}.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC depends on the bus companies:
  • CoachRun
    • Once a reservation is booked, it cannot be canceled by the customer
    • duplicate bookings are non-refundable.
  • 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.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC:
  • CoachRun
    • One checked bag up to 62 inches and 50 pounds, plus one carry-on bag per passenger.
  • 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).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC:
  • CoachRun
    • Oversized or extra luggage may incur fees starting at $10 per piece.
  • Greyhound
    • $15 per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Penn Station, New York, NY 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 Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC with the following bus company: FlixBus, Greyhound
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC with the following bus company: FlixBus, Greyhound, CoachRun.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Penn Station, New York, NY to Washington Union Station, Washington, DC with the following bus company: FlixBus, Greyhound, CoachRun.

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