The cheapest and fastest buses from Washington, DC to Fairfield, CT
Cheapest price
$87
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
9 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Washington, DC to Fairfield, 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 Fairfield, CT will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $87.
Of the 1 buses that leave Washington, DC for Fairfield, CT on Fri, Mar 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 20 the direct buses cover the 407 km distance in an average of 9 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h .
On Fri, Mar 20 the slowest buses will take 9 h 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 Fairfield, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Fairfield, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a flight costs an average of $71.
Distance: 252 miles (407 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$80 Average price Cheapest | $130 Average price | $149 Average price |
12h 0m Average total duration 11h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Washington, DC to Fairfield, CT bus times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Fairfield, CT buses for today, Thursday, March 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:30 PM Washington, DC | 15h15 | 2:45 PM Fairfield, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, March 20 | |||||
![]() | 5:45 AM Washington, DC | 9h00 | 2:45 PM Fairfield, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Washington, DC to Fairfield, CT
Buses from Washington, DC to Fairfield, CT run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 252 miles (407 km) distance in 9h 0m.
Distance 252 miles (407 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 0m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest month Jul |
Cheapest day Tue |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Best day to book ahead 14 days |
FAQs: Bus from Washington, DC to Fairfield, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Fairfield, 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 Fairfield, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Washington, DC to Fairfield, CT
- 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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