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Seattle, WA to Washington, DC by bus

The journey from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC by bus is 3,741.15 km and takes 87 hrs 55 mins. There are 11 connections per day, with the first departure at 2:45 p.m. and the last at 10:50 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC by bus for as little as $322.28 or as much as $421.15. The best price for this journey is $322.28.

Lowest Price $322.28
Journey Duration 87 hrs 55 mins
Connection per Day 11
Lowest Price $322.28
Highest Price $421.15
First Departure 2:45 p.m.
Last Departure 10:50 p.m.
Distance 3,741.15 km
Departure Seattle, WA
Arrival Washington, DC
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC

The cheapest Seattle, WA - Washington, DC bus tickets can be found for as low as $261.08 if you’re lucky, or $448.63 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $905.01.

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 FlixBus and Greyhound from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC
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Seattle, WA to Washington, DC CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
261.88kg
Bus
280.59kg
Flight
748.23kg
Car
598.58kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC?
A bus ticket from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC is $379.85. 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 $322.28.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC is $322.28. 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 Seattle, WA and Washington, DC by bus?
Seattle, WA to Washington, DC is 3,741.15 km.
How long does the bus between Seattle, WA and Washington, DC take?
Seattle, WA to Washington, DC is on average 87 hrs 55 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 81 hrs 40 mins.
Which companies operate from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC?
The bus journey from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC is covered by 2 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus and Greyhound.
How many bus connections per day go from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC?
Seattle, WA to Washington, DC has 11 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC leave?
The earliest bus from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC departs at 2:45 p.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 Seattle, WA to Washington, DC depart?
The latest bus from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC departs at 10:50 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 Seattle, WA 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 $322.28 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.
What's the fastest journey time between Seattle, WA to Washington, DC by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Seattle, WA and Washington, DC is 81 hrs 40 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Seattle, WA and Washington, DC.
What are the CO2 emissions for Seattle, WA to Washington, DC by bus?
The bus journey from Seattle, WA to Washington, DC creates 280.59kg of CO2 emissions.

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