The cheapest and fastest buses from Washington, DC to Union City, NJ
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$76
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 17 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
332 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Washington, DC to Union City, 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 Union City, NJ will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 5 buses that leave Washington, DC for Union City, NJ on Tue, Dec 23, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct buses cover the 332 km distance in an average of 4 h 17 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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 and bus for Washington, DC to Union City, NJ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Union City, NJ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €50. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €50, and a train costs an average of €92.
Distance: 206 miles (332 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€75 Average price Cheapest | €265 Average price |
4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Union City, NJ bus times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Union City, NJ buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:40 AM Washington, DC | 4h55 | 5:35 AM Union City, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Washington, DC | 4h30 | 11:30 AM Union City, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Washington, DC | 4h15 | 12:15 PM Union City, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Washington, DC | 4h30 | 1:00 PM Union City, NJ | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:35 AM Washington, DC | 5h25 | 3:00 PM Union City, NJ | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Washington, DC to Union City, NJ
Buses from Washington, DC to Union City, NJ run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 206 miles (332 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 206 miles (332 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Infobus, Best Bus, The Jet, FlixBus from Washington, DC to Union City, NJYou can travel by bus between Washington, DC to Union City, NJ with Infobus, Best Bus, The Jet, FlixBus for as low as $62 (€50). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Infobus
FlixBus
Best Bus
The Jet
FAQs: Bus from Washington, DC to Union City, NJ
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Union City, 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 Union City, NJ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- Larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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