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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, VA
Cheapest price
$56
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 48 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, VA 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 Portsmouth, VA will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $56.
Of the 2 buses that leave Washington, DC for Portsmouth, VA on Thu, Apr 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Apr 23 the direct buses cover the 238 km distance in an average of 4 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
On Thu, Apr 23 the slowest buses will take 4 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.
10:05 AM4h55Washington, DC3:00 PMPortsmouth, VA$561One-way0 transfers- 6:50 PM4h40Washington, DC11:30 PMPortsmouth, VA$771One-way0 transfers
- 6:50 PM4h40Washington, DC11:30 PMPortsmouth, VA$771One-way0 transfers
- 10:05 AM4h55Washington, DC3:00 PMPortsmouth, VA$561One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Portsmouth, VA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $176.
Distance: 147 miles (238 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$44 Average price Cheapest | $48 Average price | $320 Average price |
5h 45m Average total duration 5h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration 4h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Washington, DC to Portsmouth, VA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $34 |
Live departures
Washington, DC to Portsmouth, VA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Portsmouth, VA buses for today, Wednesday, April 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 6131 AMTRAK | 9:00 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 5h25 | 2:25 PM Portsmouth, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6131 AMTRAK | 9:00 AM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 4h25 | 1:25 PM Norfolk Station, Norfolk, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 9h55 | 7:30 PM Virginia Beach, Virginia Beach Blvd (Circle D Food Mart), VA | 1 transfer | |
| 6133 AMTRAK | 12:15 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 3h45 | 4:00 PM Norfolk Station, Norfolk, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6133 AMTRAK | 12:15 PM Washington Union Station, Washington, DC | 4h45 | 5:00 PM Portsmouth, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:05 AM Washington, DC | 4h55 | 3:00 PM Portsmouth, VA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, VA
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Buses from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, VA run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $33 (€26) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:00, the last at 19:50. The fastest bus covers the 147 miles (238 km) distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 147 miles (238 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€26) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 3:00 AM |
Last bus 7:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 28 days |
FAQs: Bus from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, VA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, VA 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 Portsmouth, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Washington, DC to Portsmouth, VA
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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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