The cheapest and fastest buses from Washington, DC to Staten Island, NY
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Washington, DC to Staten Island, NY 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 Staten Island, NY will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 1 buses that leave Washington, DC for Staten Island, NY on Sun, Jun 21, 1 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 309 km distance in an average of 4 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 4 h 35 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.
10:00 AM4h35Washington, DC2:35 PMStaten Island, NY$401One-way0 transfers
10:00 AM4h35Washington, DC2:35 PMStaten Island, NY$401One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Staten Island, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Staten Island, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $30, and a flight costs an average of $75.
Distance: 192 miles (309 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$38 Average price Cheapest | $59 Average price | $218 Average price | $72 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 1h 16m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Staten Island, NY:
A bus is $21 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Staten Island, NY costing on average $59 (€48).
A bus is $180 (€147) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Staten Island, NY costing on average $218 (€178).
Other travel options to Staten Island, NY take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 0m.
Bus takes on average 3h 20m.
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (3h 20m by bus vs 3h 36m by car) and save roughly $34 (€28) compared to fuel and tolls ($38 (€31) vs $72 (€59)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Washington, DC to Staten Island, NY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 08:06AM | Duration 4h46 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:55PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 12:20AM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Live departures
Washington, DC to Staten Island, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Staten Island, NY buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:15 PM Washington, DC | 4h35 | 6:50 PM Staten Island, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:35 PM Washington, DC | 6h15 | 8:50 PM Staten Island, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Washington, DC to Staten Island, NY
Buses from Washington, DC to Staten Island, NY run on average 67 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by train.
There are 53 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 192 miles (309 km) distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 192 miles (309 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Buses per day 67 |
Direct buses 53 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
FAQs: Bus from Washington, DC to Staten Island, NY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Staten Island, NY 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 Staten Island, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Washington, DC to Staten Island, NY
Most Washington, DC to Staten Island, NY buses use the Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station to New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Staten Island, NY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Washington, DC station do buses to Staten Island, NY leave from?
Getting to Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station from Washington city centre
Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station bus station facilities and services
Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Shake Shack (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and food court.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) from Washington city centre
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