The cheapest and fastest buses from Washington, DC to Meriden, CT
Cheapest price
$106
Average price
$106
Fastest journey
7 h 10 m
Average duration
7 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
464 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Washington, DC to Meriden, 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 Meriden, CT will cost around $106 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
Of the 1 buses that leave Washington, DC for Meriden, CT on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 464 km distance in an average of 7 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 10 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 7 h 10 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.
11:50 AM7h10Washington, DC7:00 PMMeriden, CT$1061One-way0 transfers
11:50 AM7h10Washington, DC7:00 PMMeriden, CT$1061One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Meriden, CT
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Meriden, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $57. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $57, and a flight costs an average of $130.
Distance: 288 miles (464 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$87 Average price Cheapest | $274 Average price | $167 Average price | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 36m Average total duration 12h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 7m Average total duration 8h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m 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 Meriden, CT:
A bus is $80 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Meriden, CT costing on average $167 (€137).
A bus is $186 (€153) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Meriden, CT costing on average $274 (€224).
Other travel options to Meriden, CT take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 37m.
Bus takes on average 12h 6m.
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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 Meriden, CT Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:35AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $72 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 7h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 16h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $92 |
Live departures
Washington, DC to Meriden, CT bus times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Meriden, CT buses for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:50 AM Washington, DC | 7h10 | 7:00 PM Meriden, CT | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Washington, DC to Meriden, CT
Buses from Washington, DC to Meriden, CT run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $57 (€46) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 288 miles (464 km) distance in 7h 10m.
Distance 288 miles (464 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€46) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 7h 10m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
FAQs: Bus from Washington, DC to Meriden, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Meriden, 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 Meriden, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Washington, DC to Meriden, 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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