The cheapest and fastest buses from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
4 h 1 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 16 buses that leave Washington Union Station, Washington, DC for Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ on Wed, Dec 03, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 03 the direct buses cover the 317 km distance in an average of 4 h 1 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Wed, Dec 03 the slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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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6076 AMTRAK · 190 Northeast Regional
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €56.
Distance: 196 miles (317 km)
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5h 0m Average total duration 4h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 01:35PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 01:55AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
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Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ bus times
The table below shows live departures for Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ buses for today, Tuesday, December 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:25 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 4h30 | 3:55 AM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 6:05 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h20 | 10:25 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h25 | 11:35 AM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
6076 AMTRAK · 190 Northeast Regional | 8:20 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h45 | 12:05 PM Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 11:05 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h00 | 3:05 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h40 | 4:40 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
undefined · undefined | 12:05 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h35 | 4:40 PM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 6h20 | 7:30 PM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
undefined · undefined | 1:30 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 6h20 | 7:50 PM Newark, Penn Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:35 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h00 | 8:35 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h05 | 11:35 PM Newark, Penn Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
Buses from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ run on average 16 times per day, taking around 4h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) if you book in advance.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:20, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 196 miles (317 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 196 miles (317 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 07:20 |
Last bus 23:25 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound, Vamoose Bus, Best Bus from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJYou can travel by bus between Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ with FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound, Vamoose Bus, Best Bus for as low as $38 (€31). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ 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 Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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
- 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.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Union Station, Washington, DC to Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ, follow these tips:
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- 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
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
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