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National Air and Space Museum
This world-class museum presents aviation and space history through iconic aircraft, spacecraft, and hands-on science exhibits.
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Woodbridge, NJ to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Woodbridge, NJ to Washington, DC will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 5 buses that leave Woodbridge, NJ for Washington, DC on Fri, Jul 31, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 31 the direct buses cover the 299 km distance in an average of 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Fri, Jul 31 the slowest buses will take 3 h 50 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Woodbridge, NJ to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $54.
Distance: 185 miles (299 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $39 Average price | $135 Average price | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 18m Average total duration 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Woodbridge, NJ to Washington, DC:
A bus is $10 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Woodbridge, NJ to Washington, DC costing on average $39 (€39).
A bus is $106 (€106) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Woodbridge, NJ to Washington, DC costing on average $135 (€135).
Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 47m.
Bus takes on average 3h 48m.
Tickets start at around $29 (€29) compared to roughly $46 (€46) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $17 (€17). The journey takes 3h 48m versus 3h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 02:38AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 09:35PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
The table below shows live departures for Woodbridge, NJ to Washington, DC buses for today, Wednesday, July 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:25 PM Woodbridge, NJ | 3h40 | 1:05 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:50 PM Woodbridge, NJ | 3h40 | 3:30 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, July 30 | |||||
![]() | 12:50 AM Woodbridge, NJ | 3h40 | 4:30 AM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Woodbridge, NJ | 3h50 | 3:50 PM Washington, DC | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Woodbridge, NJ to Washington, DC run on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€20) but you can travel from only $15 (€15) by train.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 185 miles (299 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 185 miles (299 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€20) |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Most Woodbridge, NJ to Washington, DC buses use the Newark, Penn Station to Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station station pair, with some services arriving at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW). Use this guide to compare Woodbridge, NJ and Washington, DC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Shake Shack (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and food court.
Ticket office support is available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station.
Available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station: Elevators, ramps.
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