The cheapest and fastest buses from Washington, DC to Staten Island, NY
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
5 h 43 m
Buses per day
2
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 $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 2 buses that leave Washington, DC for Staten Island, NY on Thu, May 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct buses cover the 309 km distance in an average of 5 h 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest buses will take 6 h 50 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.
3:45 PM6h50Washington, DC10:35 PMStaten Island, NY$421One-way0 transfers
3:15 PM4h35Washington, DC7:50 PMStaten Island, NY$461One-way0 transfers
3:15 PM4h35Washington, DC7:50 PMStaten Island, NY$461One-way0 transfers
3:45 PM6h50Washington, DC10:35 PMStaten Island, NY$421One-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 $19. 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 $19, and a flight costs an average of $63.
Distance: 192 miles (309 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$40 Average price Cheapest | $73 Average price | $221 Average price |
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* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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, Wednesday, May 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:05 PM Washington, DC | 5h15 | 5:20 PM Staten Island, NY | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Washington, DC to Staten Island, NY by bus, train, or flight
Compare bus, train, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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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 55 times per day, taking around 3h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 44 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 4h 35m.
Distance 192 miles (309 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Buses per day 55 |
Direct buses 44 |
Fastest bus 4h 35m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
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
- 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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