The cheapest and fastest buses from Washington, DC to Stratford, CT
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
15 h 15 m
Average duration
15 h 15 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
419 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Washington, DC to Stratford, 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 Stratford, CT will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
Of the 1 buses that leave Washington, DC for Stratford, CT on Mon, Mar 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct buses cover the 419 km distance in an average of 15 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 15 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest buses will take 15 h 15 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Washington, DC to Stratford, CT
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Stratford, CT among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $54, and a bus costs an average of $77.
Distance: 260 miles (419 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$77 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest | $70 Average price |
15h 45m Average total duration 15h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Washington, DC to Stratford, CT Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:20AM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 10h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Live departures
Washington, DC to Stratford, CT bus times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Stratford, CT buses for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
undefined · undefined | 4:10 PM Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 8h15 | 12:25 AM New Haven, CT | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ undefined · undefined | 10:30 PM Bethesda, Waverly Street / Montgomery Ave, MD | 15h15 | 1:45 PM Bridgeport, Transportation Center | 2 transfers | |
| Monday, March 23 | |||||
undefined · undefined | 3:30 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 10h15 | 1:45 PM Bridgeport, Transportation Center | 1 transfer | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Washington, DC to Stratford, CT
Buses from Washington, DC to Stratford, CT run on average 4 times per day, taking around 15h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $77 (€62) but you can travel from only $54 (€44) by train.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 260 miles (419 km) distance in 15h 15m.
Distance 260 miles (419 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€62) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 15h 15m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest month Aug |
Cheapest day Fri |
High season Jul - Sep |
Low season Apr - Jun |
Best day to book ahead 14 days |
FAQs: Bus from Washington, DC to Stratford, CT
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Stratford, 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 Stratford, CT, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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