- Must visit
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
$259
Average price
$310
Fastest journey
3 d 9 h 40 m
Average duration
3 d 11 h 20 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
3737 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Seattle, WA 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 Seattle, WA to Washington, DC will cost around $310 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $259.
Of the 4 buses that leave Seattle, WA for Washington, DC on Thu, Jul 16, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct buses cover the 3737 km distance in an average of 3 d 11 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 d 9 h 40 m .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest buses will take 3 d 16 h 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $137. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $137, and a train costs an average of $219.
Distance: 2322 miles (3737 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$309 Average price Cheapest | $732 Average price | $333 Average price |
82h 46m Average total duration 82h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 66h 0m Average total duration 65h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 57m Average total duration Fastest 5h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC:
A bus is $24 (€20) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC costing on average $333 (€275).
A bus is $423 (€348) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC costing on average $732 (€603).
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Train takes on average 65h 30m.
Bus takes on average 82h 16m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 81h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $288 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 95h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $181 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 81h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $193 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 68h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $245 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 67h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $146 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 97h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $171 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 88h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $275 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 87h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $300 |
The table below shows live departures for Seattle, WA to Washington, DC buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
· · · | 7:45 AM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 68h05 | 6:50 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 3 transfers | |
· + FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 AM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 86h50 | 1:35 AM Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) | 3 transfers | |
· · · | 9:15 PM Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) | 97h20 | 1:35 AM Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) | 5 transfers | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
![]() | 5:40 AM Seattle, WA | 81h55 | 3:35 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:50 AM Seattle, WA | 81h45 | 3:35 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 AM Seattle, WA | 81h40 | 4:30 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC run on average 5 times per day, taking around 82h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $137 (€113) but you can travel from only $98 (€81) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 2322 miles (3737 km) distance in 80h 45m.
Distance 2322 miles (3737 km) |
Average bus duration 82h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $137 (€113) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 80h 45m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
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Most Seattle, WA to Washington, DC buses use the Seattle, S Royal Brougham Way / 6th Avenue South (Bus Station) 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 Seattle, WA and Washington, DC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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