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Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC by bus

The journey from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC by bus is 199.44 km and takes 3 hrs 36 mins. There are 44 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:10 a.m. and the last at 11:15 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC by bus for as little as $23.61 or as much as $109.70. The best price for this journey is $23.61.

Lowest Price $23.61
Journey Duration 3 hrs 36 mins
Connection per Day 44
Lowest Price $23.61
Highest Price $109.70
First Departure 12:10 a.m.
Last Departure 11:15 p.m.
Distance 199.44 km
Departure Philadelphia, PA
Arrival Washington, DC
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., bbbus.com

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $23.42 to $48.42 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 52% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC

The cheapest Philadelphia, PA - Washington, DC bus tickets can be found for as low as $29.55 if you’re lucky, or $39.34 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $52.95.

Find the best day to travel to Washington, DC by bus

When travelling to Washington, DC by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Greyhound, OurBus and FlixBus from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC
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Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
13.96kg
Bus
14.96kg
Flight
39.89kg
Car
31.91kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC?
A bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC is $44.97. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $23.61.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC is $23.61. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Philadelphia, PA and Washington, DC by bus?
Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC is 199.44 km.
How long does the bus between Philadelphia, PA and Washington, DC take?
Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC is on average 3 hrs 36 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hrs 20 mins.
Which companies operate from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC?
The bus journey from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC is covered by 6 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., bbbus.com, Peter Pan, Greyhound, OurBus, FlixBus and CoachRun.
How many bus connections per day go from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC?
Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC has 44 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC leave?
The earliest bus from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC departs at 12:10 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC depart?
The latest bus from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC departs at 11:15 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $23.61 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC?
There are on average 36 direct connection(s) from Philadelphia, PA to go to Washington, DC.
What's the fastest journey time between Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Philadelphia, PA and Washington, DC is 2 hrs 20 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Philadelphia, PA and Washington, DC.
What are the CO2 emissions for Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC by bus?
The bus journey from Philadelphia, PA to Washington, DC creates 14.96kg of CO2 emissions.

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Trending routes

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International routes from Philadelphia, PA and nearby areas

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Related routes

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