How to travel from Washington, DC to Orlando, FL

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

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Orlando, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €140 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €140, while a flight costs an average of €397.

Distance: 757 miles (1219 km)

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€397

Average price

€199

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€140

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Cheapest

€142

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 51m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 51m

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2h 0m

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19h 28m

Average total duration

18h 58m

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30m

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21h 17m

Average total duration

20h 47m

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30m

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12h 12m

Average total duration

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3.7 - 7.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.4 - 1.1kg

CO2 emissions

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1.2 - 3.0kg

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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 Orlando, FL is a bus with an average price of €140.

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

A bus is €59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Orlando, FL costing on average €199.

A bus is €256 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Orlando, FL costing on average €397.

The fastest way to travel from Washington, DC to Orlando, FL is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 51m.

Other travel options to Orlando, FL take longer:

Train takes on average 19h 28m.

Bus takes on average 21h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Washington, DC and Orlando, FL including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Washington, DC to Orlando, FL among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 7h 21m sooner (4h 51m by flight vs 12h 12m by car). Tickets start at around €397 compared to roughly €142 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Washington, DC to Orlando, FL

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

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flight

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

  • frontier airlinesF94355
    11:12 AM2h22
    Dulles International Airport
    1:34 PMOrlando International Airport
    €751One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • frontier airlinesF94355
    11:12 AM2h22
    Dulles International Airport
    1:34 PMOrlando International Airport
    €751One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • frontier airlinesF94355
    11:12 AM2h22
    Dulles International Airport
    1:34 PMOrlando International Airport
    €751One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:45 PM16h25
    Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    2:10 PMOrlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station)
    €931One-way
    0 transfers
  • Greyhound+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:55 PM24h04
    Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    11:59 PMOrlando, The Florida Mall, FL
    €1271One-way
    2 transfers
  • Greyhound · +FlixBusFlixBus
    11:55 PM21h20
    Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station
    9:15 PMOrlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station)
    €1301One-way
    2 transfers
  • American AirlinesAA1779 · AA3174
    7:10 PM4h49
    Baltimore/Washington International Airport
    11:59 PMOrlando International Airport
    €1071One-way
    1 transfer
  • frontier airlinesF94707 · F92050
    7:50 AM9h19
    Dulles International Airport
    5:09 PMOrlando International Airport
    €1171One-way
    1 transfer
  • frontier airlinesF94409 · F91242
    9:04 PM11h05
    Dulles International Airport
    8:09 AMOrlando International Airport
    €1171One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Washington, DC to Orlando, FL

Travel to Orlando, 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 Orlando, FL.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Washington, DC and Orlando, FL including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Washington, DC to Orlando, FL is a bus with an average price of €140.

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

A bus is €59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Washington, DC to Orlando, FL costing on average €199.

A bus is €256 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Orlando, FL costing on average €397.

The fastest way to travel from Washington, DC to Orlando, FL is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 51m.

Other travel options to Orlando, FL take longer:

Train takes on average 19h 28m.

Bus takes on average 21h 17m.

The distance from Washington, DC to Orlando, FL is approximately 757 miles (1219 km).
The average frequency per day from Washington, DC to Orlando, FL is:
  • Around 41 flights per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Washington, DC to Orlando, FL:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dulles International Airport and arrive in Orlando International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Washington Union Station, Washington, DC and arrive in Orlando Station, Orlando, FL.
  • Buses mostly depart from Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station and arrive in Orlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Washington, DC to Orlando, FL, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Orlando, FL by train.
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Orlando, FL by bus.
  • Travel with American Airlines, United, frontier airlines, Breeze Airways, Sun Country Airlines, JetBlue Airways to go to Orlando, FL by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Washington, DC to Orlando, FL with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 10 direct flights per day with American Airlines, United, frontier airlines, Breeze Airways, JetBlue Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Washington, DC to Orlando, FL often also extend their vacation to go to Miami, FL, Tampa, FL, Atlanta, GA, Philadelphia, PA, New York, NY. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Orlando, FL and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Orlando, FL to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Orlando, FL, visitors can explore ICON Park for dining, shopping, and panoramic views from The Wheel. The Church Street District offers vibrant nightlife and live entertainment, while The Mall at Millenia provides a day of shopping and dining. Nature enthusiasts can enjoy the beauty and wildlife at Wekiwa Springs State Park. The Orlando Science Center features interactive exhibits and planetarium shows. Must-see sights include Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex, and Leu Gardens.
To fully enjoy Orlando, FL, and its attractions like Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, and other nearby theme parks, a stay of 5 to 7 days is typically recommended.
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