The cheapest and fastest buses from Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$32
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
323 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ 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 Montclair, NJ will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 1 buses that leave Washington, DC for Montclair, NJ on Sat, May 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 09 the direct buses cover the 323 km distance in an average of 5 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
On Sat, May 09 the slowest buses will take 5 h 55 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.
8:00 PM5h55Washington, DC1:55 AMMontclair, NJ$321One-way0 transfers
8:00 PM5h55Washington, DC1:55 AMMontclair, NJ$321One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a flight costs an average of $71.
Distance: 200 miles (323 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average price Cheapest | $60 Average price | $156 Average price |
5h 42m Average total duration 5h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ:
A bus is $23 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ costing on average $60 (€48).
A bus is $119 (€95) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ costing on average $156 (€124).
Other travel options to Montclair, NJ take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 0m.
Bus takes on average 5h 12m.
Live departures
Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ bus times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ buses for today, Friday, May 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:20 AM Washington, DC | 3h40 | 12:00 PM Montclair, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ by train, bus, or flight
Compare train, bus, 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 Montclair, NJ
Buses from Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ run on average 20 times per day, taking around 5h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 200 miles (323 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 200 miles (323 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 3 days |
FAQs: Bus from Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ 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 Montclair, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Washington, DC to Montclair, NJ
- 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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