The cheapest and fastest buses from Washington, DC to Paoli, PA
Cheapest price
$36
Average price
$36
Fastest journey
5 h 25 m
Average duration
5 h 25 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
185 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Washington, DC to Paoli, PA 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 Paoli, PA will cost around $36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.
Of the 1 buses that leave Washington, DC for Paoli, PA on Sun, Mar 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Mar 22 the direct buses cover the 185 km distance in an average of 5 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 25 m .
On Sun, Mar 22 the slowest buses will take 5 h 25 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 Paoli, PA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Paoli, PA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a flight costs an average of $215.
Distance: 114 miles (185 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price Cheapest | $48 Average price | $347 Average price |
4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration Fastest 1h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Paoli, PA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Paoli, PA buses for tomorrow, Saturday, March 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:30 AM Washington, DC | 5h25 | 3:55 PM Paoli, PA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Washington, DC to Paoli, PA buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Infobus?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Washington, DC to Paoli, PA
Buses from Washington, DC to Paoli, PA run on average 12 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $27 (€21) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 114 miles (185 km) distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 114 miles (185 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€21) |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 45m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest month Aug |
Cheapest day Wed |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Busiest day Fri |
Least busy day Fri |
Best day to book ahead 7 days |
Bus providers: Infobus, Greyhound from Washington, DC to Paoli, PAYou can travel by bus between Washington, DC to Paoli, PA with Infobus, Greyhound for as low as $26 (€21). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Washington, DC to Paoli, PA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Paoli, PA 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 Paoli, PA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Washington, DC to Paoli, PA
- 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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