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Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art
The oldest continuously operating public art museum in the U.S., with major European, American, and contemporary collections in a landmark building.
Cheapest price
kr480
Average price
kr525
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
8 h 16 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
488 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Washington, DC to Hartford, CT is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington, DC to Hartford, CT will cost around kr525 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr480.
It's difficult to get from Washington, DC to Hartford, CT without transferring at least once.
PPB 8774P · PPB 5606P
PPB 8722P · PPB 5646P
PPB 8705P · PPB 5630P
PPB 8714P · PPB 5638P
PPB 8730P · PPB 5654P
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PPB 8700P · PPB 5622P
PPB 8722P · PPB 5646P
PPB 8714P · PPB 5638POmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Hartford, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from kr133. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr133, and a flight costs an average of kr760.
Distance: 303 miles (488 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
kr518 Average price Cheapest | kr1658 Average price | kr4466 Average price | kr741 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 29m Average total duration 7h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration Fastest 4h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Hartford, CT:
A bus is kr1139 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Hartford, CT costing on average kr1658.
A bus is kr3948 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Hartford, CT costing on average kr4466.
Other travel options to Hartford, CT take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 32m.
Bus takes on average 7h 59m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr436 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr330 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr322 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr436 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price kr436 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr436 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr509 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr436 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr322 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr362 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr509 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price kr436 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr326 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr358 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price kr436 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr318 |
Operator Peter Pan Bus Lines | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price kr618 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price kr358 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr322 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 07:10AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr390 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr358 |
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Hartford, CT buses for today, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· | 7:40 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 7h50 | 3:30 AM Hartford, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 9:35 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 9h35 | 7:10 AM Hartford, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
· | 11:30 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 9h25 | 8:55 AM Hartford, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, August 25 | |||||
PPB 8774P · PPB 5606P | 12:00 AM Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 8h45 | 8:45 AM Hartford, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ · | 1:10 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 10h30 | 11:40 AM Hartford, Union Station | 2 transfers | |
· | 3:30 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 9h05 | 12:35 PM Hartford, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
PPB 8700P · PPB 5622P | 4:20 AM Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 8h25 | 12:45 PM Hartford, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
PPB 8702P · PPB 5630P | 5:20 AM Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 9h25 | 2:45 PM Hartford, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
PPB 8705P · PPB 5630P | 6:10 AM Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 8h35 | 2:45 PM Hartford, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
PPB 8714P · PPB 5638P | 8:20 AM Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 8h25 | 4:45 PM Hartford, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
· | 8:30 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 8h15 | 4:45 PM Hartford, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
PPB 8722P · PPB 5646P | 10:20 AM Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 8h25 | 6:45 PM Hartford, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ · | 10:35 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 10h05 | 8:40 PM Hartford, Union Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 11:00 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 11h00 | 10:00 PM Hartford, Union Station | 2 transfers | |
PPB 8730P · PPB 5654P | 12:10 PM Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 8h35 | 8:45 PM Hartford, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
· | 1:15 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 9h50 | 11:05 PM Hartford, Union Station | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Washington, DC to Hartford, CT run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at kr133 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 303 miles (488 km) distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 303 miles (488 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price kr133 |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Discover the best of Hartford, CT — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Hartford, CT trip today.
The oldest continuously operating public art museum in the U.S., with major European, American, and contemporary collections in a landmark building.
This acclaimed historic house museum preserves Mark Twain’s ornate home and brings his writing, family life, and era vividly to life.
A literary and social history museum in Harriet Beecher Stowe’s home, exploring abolition, reform, and the author’s Hartford years.
Hartford’s signature downtown park offers lawns, monuments, a carousel, and year-round events beside major civic landmarks.
This scenic riverfront park and trail system is ideal for walking, skyline views, events, and access to the Connecticut River.
Hartford’s historic center mixes civic buildings, theaters, public art, and walkable streets that reveal the city’s commercial heritage.
Steamed cheeseburger is a central Connecticut classic: ground beef and melted cheese are steamed, creating an unusually tender burger tied to nearby regional diners.
New Haven-style apizza is Connecticut’s famous coal-fired thin-crust pizza, beloved statewide for its char, chew, and minimalist toppings.
White clam pizza, created in New Haven, pairs clams, garlic, olive oil, and herbs on a cheeseless pie. It is one of Connecticut’s signature foods.
Long-running local favorite for Puerto Rican and Latin Caribbean comfort food, especially roast pork, rice, and mofongo in a casual space.
Upscale New England restaurant known for refined seafood, steaks, and polished service in a historic downtown setting.
Elegant restaurant in the Wadsworth setting, serving seasonal American dishes with a cultured, special-occasion atmosphere.
Moderate for U.S. city travel: hotels and dining are mid-priced, transit is limited, and downtown costs are usually lower than Boston or New York.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, and 10-15% for taxis. Cafes often have tip jars or card prompts for small tips.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Hartford, CT 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 Hartford, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Washington, DC to Hartford, CT buses use the Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station to Hartford, Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Hartford, CT 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.
Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food courts and restaurants available inside.
Free Wi-Fi is available in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located in the station.
Ticket office support is available at Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal.
Available at Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal: Wheelchair accessible ramps and restrooms.
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.
Hartford, Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: There is a cafe and a snack bar inside.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are aTM available near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Hartford, Union Station.
Available at Hartford, Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hartford, Union Station: Station is wheelchair accessible.
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