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Washington, DC to Newark, NJ by bus

The journey from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ by bus is 319.26 km and takes 5 hrs 7 mins. There are 54 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:05 a.m. and the last at 11:59 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ by bus for as little as $38.64 or as much as $171.37. The best price for this journey is $38.64.

Lowest Price $38.64
Journey Duration 5 hrs 7 mins
Connection per Day 54
Lowest Price $38.64
Highest Price $171.37
First Departure 12:05 a.m.
Last Departure 11:59 p.m.
Distance 319.26 km
Departure Washington, DC
Arrival Newark, NJ
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., Amtrak

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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 $38.64 to $57.37 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 33% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ

The cheapest Washington, DC - Newark, NJ bus tickets can be found for as low as $66.02 if you’re lucky, or $70.85 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $87.83.

Find the best day to travel to Newark, NJ by bus

When travelling to Newark, NJ 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 Amtrak, Greyhound and OurBus from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ
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Washington, DC to Newark, NJ CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
22.35kg
Bus
23.94kg
Flight
63.85kg
Car
51.08kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ?
A bus ticket from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ is $70.44. 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 $38.64.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ is $38.64. 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 Washington, DC and Newark, NJ by bus?
Washington, DC to Newark, NJ is 319.26 km.
How long does the bus between Washington, DC and Newark, NJ take?
Washington, DC to Newark, NJ is on average 5 hrs 7 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 40 mins.
Which companies operate from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ?
The bus journey from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ is covered by 5 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., Amtrak, Peter Pan, Greyhound, OurBus and FlixBus.
How many bus connections per day go from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ?
Washington, DC to Newark, NJ has 54 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ leave?
The earliest bus from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ departs at 12:05 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 Washington, DC to Newark, NJ depart?
The latest bus from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ departs at 11:59 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 Washington, DC to Newark, NJ 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 $38.64 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 Washington, DC to Newark, NJ?
There are on average 32 direct connection(s) from Washington, DC to go to Newark, NJ.
What's the fastest journey time between Washington, DC to Newark, NJ by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Washington, DC and Newark, NJ is 3 hrs 40 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Washington, DC and Newark, NJ.
What are the CO2 emissions for Washington, DC to Newark, NJ by bus?
The bus journey from Washington, DC to Newark, NJ creates 23.94kg of CO2 emissions.

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Trending routes

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International routes from Washington, DC and nearby areas

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