How to travel from Washington, DC to Miami, FL

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Washington, DC to Miami, FL

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Miami, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €97. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €97, and a flight costs an average of €78.

Distance: 925 miles (1489 km)

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Flight
Train
Bus
Driving

€284

Average price

€214

Average price

€194

Average price

Cheapest

€183

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

18h 12m

Average total duration

15h 12m

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3h 0m

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15h 5m

Average total duration

Fastest

14h 35m

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30m

Additional time*

18h 36m

Average total duration

18h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

15h 7m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

4.5 - 8.9kg

CO2 emissions

0.4 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.5 - 3.7kg

CO2 emissions

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Amtrak

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Washington, DC to Miami, FL is a bus with an average price of €194.

This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Miami, FL:

A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Miami, FL costing on average €214.

A bus is €89 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Miami, FL costing on average €284.

The fastest way to travel from Washington, DC to Miami, FL is by train with an average journey time of 14h 35m.

Other travel options to Miami, FL take longer:

Flight takes on average 15h 12m.

Bus takes on average 18h 6m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Washington, DC and Miami, FL including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Washington, DC to Miami, FL among Omio's users.

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from Washington, DC to Miami, FL

How to get from Washington, DC to Miami, FL by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:05 AM22h05
    Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    12:10 AMMiami, FL
    1041One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:05 AM22h05
    Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    12:10 AMMiami, FL
    1041One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • American AirlinesAA2344
    5:00 AM2h39
    Ronald Reagan National Airport
    7:39 AMMiami International Airport
    4641One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Amtrak41 Floridian
    1:48 PM28h21
    Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
    6:09 PMMiami Station, Miami, FL
    1851One-way
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak97 Silver Meteor
    7:24 PM23h35
    Washington Union Station, Washington, DC
    6:59 PMMiami Station, Miami, FL
    2231One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound · +FlixBusFlixBus+Greyhound
    11:45 PM28h15
    Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    4:00 AMMiami, Airport Intermodal Station
    1251One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:45 PM26h25
    Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    12:10 AMMiami, FL
    1261One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:45 PM23h50
    Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    9:35 PMMiami, Airport Intermodal Station
    1311One-way
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA1183
    6:00 AM2h42
    Baltimore/Washington International Airport
    8:42 AMMiami International Airport
    2501One-way
    0 transfers
  • American AirlinesAA1484
    10:40 AM2h43
    Baltimore/Washington International Airport
    1:23 PMMiami International Airport
    2501One-way
    0 transfers
  • American AirlinesAA1779
    6:35 PM2h45
    Baltimore/Washington International Airport
    9:20 PMMiami International Airport
    2501One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Washington, DC to Miami, FL

Travel to Miami, FL 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 Washington, DC to Miami, FL.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Washington, DC and Miami, FL including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Washington, DC to Miami, FL is a bus with an average price of €194.

This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Miami, FL:

A bus is €20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Miami, FL costing on average €214.

A bus is €89 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Miami, FL costing on average €284.

The fastest way to travel from Washington, DC to Miami, FL is by train with an average journey time of 14h 35m.

Other travel options to Miami, FL take longer:

Flight takes on average 15h 12m.

Bus takes on average 18h 6m.

The distance from Washington, DC to Miami, FL is approximately 925 miles (1489 km).
The average frequency per day from Washington, DC to Miami, FL is:
  • Around 34 flights per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Washington, DC to Miami, FL:
  • Flights mostly depart from Ronald Reagan National Airport and arrive in Miami International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC and arrive in Miami Station, Miami, FL.
  • Buses mostly depart from Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station and arrive in Miami, Airport Intermodal Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Washington, DC to Miami, FL, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Miami, FL by train.
  • Travel with American Airlines, United to go to Miami, FL by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Greyhound to go to Miami, FL by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Washington, DC to Miami, FL with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
  • 12 direct flights per day with American Airlines, United.
Omio customers who travel from Washington, DC to Miami, FL often also extend their vacation to go to Orlando, FL, Fort Lauderdale, FL, New York, NY, Tampa, FL, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Miami, FL and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Miami, FL to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Miami, FL, you can visit South Beach for its vibrant nightlife and Art Deco architecture or enjoy the Miami Seaquarium's marine-life shows. Explore the Miami Design District's modern architecture and luxury boutiques, or take a boat tour of Biscayne Bay for stunning views. Jungle Island offers interactive experiences with exotic animals. Best sights include Miami Beach, the Art Deco Historic District, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, Wynwood Walls, and Little Havana's Cuban culture.
To fully experience Miami, FL, it is recommended to spend at least 3 to 4 days. This allows time to explore its vibrant neighborhoods, beautiful beaches, cultural attractions, and nightlife.
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