- Must visit
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
One of the most visited museums in the city, known for dinosaur fossils, the Hope Diamond, and major natural science collections.
Cheapest price
$58
Average price
$68
Fastest journey
8 h 35 m
Average duration
8 h 48 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
518 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Springfield, MA 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 Springfield, MA to Washington, DC will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $58.
Of the 3 buses that leave Springfield, MA for Washington, DC on Sun, Jun 21, 3 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 518 km distance in an average of 8 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 35 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 8 h 55 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Springfield, MA to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $43, and a flight costs an average of $91.
Distance: 321 miles (518 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$73 Average price Cheapest | $181 Average price | $224 Average price | $105 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 33m 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 Springfield, MA to Washington, DC:
A bus is $108 (€89) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Springfield, MA to Washington, DC costing on average $181 (€148).
A bus is $152 (€124) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Springfield, MA to Washington, DC costing on average $224 (€184).
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 27m.
Bus takes on average 8h 40m.
Tickets start at around $73 (€59) compared to roughly $105 (€86) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $33 (€27). The journey takes 8h 40m versus 6h 33m 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.
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 01:15AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $67 |
The table below shows live departures for Springfield, MA to Washington, DC buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:10 AM Springfield, Union Station (Frank B Murray St) | 8h50 | 1:00 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
· · | 6:35 AM Springfield, Union Station (Frank B Murray St) | 10h40 | 5:15 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 2 transfers | |
PPB 5202P · PPB 5705P · PPB 8627P | 7:30 AM Springfield, Union Station (Frank B Murray St) | 9h00 | 4:30 PM Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 2 transfers | |
· + FlixBus | 9:50 AM Springfield, Union Station (Frank B Murray St) | 9h25 | 7:15 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 2 transfers | |
· | 2:15 PM Springfield, Union Station (Frank B Murray St) | 9h15 | 11:30 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
PPB 5222P · PPB 5737P · PPB 8659P | 3:30 PM Springfield, Union Station (Frank B Murray St) | 8h50 | 12:20 AM Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Springfield, Union Station (Frank B Murray St) | 9h15 | 1:15 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 PM Springfield, Union Station (Frank B Murray St) | 9h40 | 1:40 AM Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) | 1 transfer | |
· | 5:40 PM Springfield, Union Station (Frank B Murray St) | 9h50 | 3:30 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
PPB 5238P · PPB 5753P · PPB 8600P | 7:30 PM Springfield, Union Station (Frank B Murray St) | 9h45 | 5:15 AM Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:25 AM Springfield, MA | 8h55 | 12:20 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
FlixBus | 11:35 PM Springfield, Union Station (Frank B Murray St) | 8h35 | 8:10 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
![]() | 3:35 AM Springfield, MA | 8h35 | 12:10 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:25 AM Springfield, MA | 8h55 | 1:20 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Springfield, MA to Washington, DC run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 321 miles (518 km) distance in 8h 35m.
Distance 321 miles (518 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 35m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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One of the most visited museums in the city, known for dinosaur fossils, the Hope Diamond, and major natural science collections.
Flagship museum for aviation and space exploration, featuring iconic aircraft, spacecraft, and interactive exhibits.
Powerful museum covering African American history, culture, and achievements through immersive exhibitions.
The city’s central ceremonial landscape, lined with major museums, memorials, and classic Washington views.
Historic neighborhood of cobbled streets, waterfront paths, and Federal-era architecture, ideal for walking and photos.
Scenic waterfront loop famous for cherry blossoms and close-up access to several major memorials.
Washington’s signature sausage, usually smoky and spicy, served on a bun with chili, mustard, and onions. It is one of the city’s most iconic street foods.
A sweet-tangy sauce strongly associated with Washington carryout culture, commonly paired with fried chicken and fries. It is a distinctive local flavor locals recognize immediately.
Regional blue crab from nearby Chesapeake waters, often served steamed and heavily seasoned. It reflects the Mid-Atlantic seafood traditions closely tied to Washington dining.
An established downtown institution known for oysters, crab cakes, and classic American seafood near the White House, with an elegant old-school atmosphere.
Busy, established French brasserie in Logan Circle known for polished service, a classic dining room, and consistently popular bistro dishes.
Historic casual landmark on U Street, famous for half-smokes, chili dogs, and classic Washington comfort food in a lively, nostalgic setting.
Prices are high by U.S. standards, especially for hotels and dining near central areas and major attractions.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants. USD 1-2 per drink at bars. Taxis: 10-15% or round up. Hotel staff: USD 2-5. Tips are expected for table service.
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