The cheapest and fastest buses from Washington, DC to Iselin, NJ
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 47 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
298 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Washington, DC to Iselin, NJ 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 Iselin, NJ will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 3 buses that leave Washington, DC for Iselin, NJ on Fri, Feb 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Feb 06 the direct buses cover the 298 km distance in an average of 4 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Fri, Feb 06 the slowest buses will take 5 h 45 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Iselin, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Iselin, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €57.
Distance: 185 miles (298 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€37 Average price Cheapest | €88 Average price | €114 Average price |
4h 14m Average total duration 3h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Washington, DC to Iselin, NJ bus times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Iselin, NJ buses for today, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:30 PM Washington, DC | 3h35 | 8:05 PM Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:20 PM Washington, DC | 3h35 | 8:55 PM Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Washington, DC | 3h35 | 9:05 PM Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, February 6 | |||||
![]() | 6:10 AM Washington, DC | 5h45 | 11:55 AM Iselin, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Washington, DC to Iselin, NJ
Buses from Washington, DC to Iselin, NJ run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 185 miles (298 km) distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 185 miles (298 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
FAQs: Bus from Washington, DC to Iselin, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Iselin, 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 Iselin, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Washington, DC to Iselin, NJ
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Shake Shack (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 96, 97, D6 Metro: Red Train: Amtrak, MARC, VRE
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