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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Washington, DC to Winston Salem, NC
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
7 h 50 m
Average duration
8 h 33 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
420 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Washington, DC to Winston Salem, NC 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 Winston Salem, NC will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 3 buses that leave Washington, DC for Winston Salem, NC on Fri, Nov 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 420 km distance in an average of 8 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 50 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 9 h 5 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 bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Winston Salem, NC
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Winston Salem, NC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €45, and a flight costs an average of €137.
Distance: 260 miles (420 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€51 Average price Cheapest | €98 Average price | €205 Average price |
9h 7m Average total duration 8h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 18m Average total duration 8h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Washington, DC to Winston Salem, NC bus times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Winston Salem, NC buses for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 7:35 AM Washington, DC | 7h50 | 3:25 PM Winston Salem, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:15 AM Washington, DC | 8h45 | 8:00 PM Winston Salem, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:55 PM Washington, DC | 9h05 | 10:00 PM Winston Salem, NC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Washington, DC to Winston Salem, NC
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Buses from Washington, DC to Winston Salem, NC run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:35, the last at 22:15. The fastest bus covers the 260 miles (420 km) distance in 7h 50m.
Distance 260 miles (420 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 02:35 |
Last bus 22:15 |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Washington, DC to Winston Salem, NCYou can travel by bus between Washington, DC to Winston Salem, NC with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $55 (€45). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Washington, DC to Winston Salem, NC
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Winston Salem, NC 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 Winston Salem, NC, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- 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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- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Washington, DC to Winston Salem, NC
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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