How to travel from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC

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Compare train and bus for Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF98 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 13h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF98, while a train costs an average of CHF247.

Distance: 308 miles (497 km)

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The cheapest way to travel from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC is a bus with an average price of CHF98.

This is compared to other travel options from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC:

A bus is CHF149 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC costing on average CHF247.

The fastest way to travel from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC is by train with an average journey time of 13h 32m.

Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:

Bus takes on average 14h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Niagara Falls, NY and Washington, DC including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC among Omio's users.

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from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC

How to get from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:20 PM15h00
    Niagara Falls, Old Main St, NY
    2:20 PMWashington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    CHF721One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:20 PM15h00
    Niagara Falls, Old Main St, NY
    2:20 PMWashington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    CHF721One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus+Greyhound
    9:50 AM13h40
    Niagara Falls, Old Main St, NY
    11:30 PMWashington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    CHF971One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus+Greyhound · +FlixBusFlixBus
    11:20 PM26h15
    Niagara Falls, Old Main St, NY
    1:35 AMWashington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW)
    CHF751One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:50 AM14h25
    Niagara Falls, Old Main St, NY
    7:15 PMWashington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    CHF801One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus+Greyhound
    9:20 PM14h10
    Niagara Falls, Old Main St, NY
    11:30 AMWashington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    CHF851One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC

Travel to Washington, DC easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC.

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There are 2 options to travel between Niagara Falls, NY and Washington, DC including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC is a bus with an average price of CHF98.

This is compared to other travel options from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC:

A bus is CHF149 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC costing on average CHF247.

The fastest way to travel from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC is by train with an average journey time of 13h 32m.

Other travel options to Washington, DC take longer:

Bus takes on average 14h 12m.

The distance from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC is approximately 308 miles (497 km).
The average frequency per day from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC is:
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Niagara Falls, NY and Washington, DC as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC:
  • Trains mostly depart from Niagara Falls Station, Niagara Falls, NY and arrive in Washington Union Station, Washington, DC.
  • Buses mostly depart from Niagara Falls, Old Main St, NY and arrive in Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Washington, DC by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Washington, DC by train.
Omio customers who travel from Niagara Falls, NY to Washington, DC often also extend their vacation to go to New York, NY, Philadelphia, PA, Newark, NJ, Boston, MA, Baltimore, MD. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Washington, DC and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Washington, DC to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Washington, DC, you can discover the National Gallery of Art, stroll through the historic Georgetown neighborhood, visit the world's largest library at the Library of Congress, explore the vibrant Eastern Market, and enjoy a performance at the Kennedy Center. Key sights include the National Mall, the White House, the United States Capitol, the Smithsonian Institution, and the Lincoln Memorial.
To explore Washington, DC's main attractions such as the National Mall, museums, and monuments, a stay of three to four days is recommended.
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