The cheapest and fastest coaches from Washington, DC to New York, NY
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 6 m
Buses per day
78
Distance
328 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Washington, DC to New York, NY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington, DC to New York, NY will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £17.
Of the 78 buses that leave Washington, DC for New York, NY every day 69 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 328 km distance in an average of 4 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
JP Comfort Travel 3858970 140907315:005h00Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station)20:00New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street£171One-way0 changes
MOTOR COACH TOUR CORP DOT # 3321141 MC-106962816:004h25Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station)20:25New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street£171One-way0 changes
Bethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-176310017:005h40Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station)22:40New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street£171One-way0 changes
JP Comfort Travel 3858970 140907313:304h15Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station)17:45New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street£221One-way0 changes
FlixBus15:004h30Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station19:30New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.£341One-way0 changes
Gunther Charters Inc #110308 MC-1285776:003h50Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station)9:50New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street£501One-way0 changes
Gunther Charters via Tripper Bus DOT-110308 MC-12857716:304h00Washington, DC20:30New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.£621One-way0 changes
FlixBus6:454h10Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station10:55New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY£891One-way0 changes
FlixBus17:304h15Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station21:45New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.£341One-way0 changes
FlixBus8:004h15Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station12:15New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave.£861One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Washington, DC to New York, NY
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a flight costs an average of £84.
Distance: 328 km
Compare bus with
| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price | £179 Average Price |
4h 32m Average total duration 4h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Washington, DC to New York, NY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to New York, NY coaches for today, Thursday 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 16:40 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h25 | 22:05 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:55 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h35 | 21:30 New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:00 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h30 | 21:30 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:30 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h15 | 21:45 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8754P | 18:10 Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 5h00 | 23:10 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:30 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h30 | 23:00 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:50 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h05 | 23:55 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:25 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h25 | 0:50 New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:40 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h40 | 0:20 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8765P | 21:00 Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 5h15 | 2:15 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:05 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h35 | 1:40 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:35 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h55 | 2:30 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 23:30 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h30 | 5:00 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:35 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h45 | 4:20 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 19 June | |||||
![]() | 2:10 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h05 | 7:15 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:20 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h30 | 7:50 New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:30 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h40 | 9:10 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8700P | 4:20 Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 4h20 | 8:40 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8702P | 5:20 Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 4h50 | 10:10 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h45 | 10:45 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
Gunther Charters Inc #110308 MC-128577 | 6:00 Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 3h50 | 9:50 New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:05 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h40 | 10:45 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h45 | 11:30 New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:45 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h10 | 10:55 New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:00 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h40 | 12:40 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
· | 7:05 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h35 | 12:40 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 7:20 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h35 | 11:55 New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h25 | 13:05 New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h45 | 12:25 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8712P | 7:50 Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 4h40 | 12:30 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h50 | 12:50 New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h15 | 12:15 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:30 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h35 | 13:05 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h35 | 13:05 New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 8:35 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 6h30 | 15:05 New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:35 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 6h40 | 15:15 New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 1 change | |
FlixBus+![]() | 8:35 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 6h25 | 15:00 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 9:00 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h15 | 13:15 New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h30 | 14:00 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:35 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h25 | 15:00 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8720P | 9:50 Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 4h40 | 14:30 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) | 5h00 | 15:05 New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h35 | 14:50 New York, 3rd Ave / 38th St (Brooklyn), NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h35 | 15:05 New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 10:35 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 6h15 | 16:50 New York, George Washington Bridge Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus+![]() | 10:35 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 6h20 | 16:55 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:35 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 6h30 | 17:05 New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:55 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 6h45 | 17:40 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h35 | 15:35 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8726P | 11:20 Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 4h40 | 16:00 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h15 | 15:45 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h30 | 16:30 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8730P | 12:10 Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 5h00 | 17:10 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 12:35 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 6h10 | 18:45 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:35 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 6h40 | 19:15 New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 13:00 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h30 | 17:30 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:15 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 6h00 | 19:15 New York, Port Authority Bus Station, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8734P | 13:20 Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 4h40 | 18:00 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
JP Comfort Travel 3858970 1409073 | 13:30 Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 4h15 | 17:45 New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:00 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h55 | 18:55 New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:15 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h35 | 18:50 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8738P | 14:20 Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 4h50 | 19:10 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:45 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h55 | 19:40 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:00 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h30 | 19:30 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8741P | 15:00 Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 6h30 | 21:30 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
JP Comfort Travel 3858970 1409073 | 15:00 Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 5h00 | 20:00 New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8742P | 15:20 Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 4h40 | 20:00 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:30 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h35 | 20:05 New York, W 34th St / 12th Ave, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
Gunther Charters via Tripper Bus DOT-110308 MC-128577 | 15:30 Arlington, Wilson Blvd (MDistrict Park 1101 Wilson), VA | 5h00 | 20:30 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:00 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 5h20 | 21:20 New York, 28 Allen St., NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:00 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h35 | 20:35 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
MOTOR COACH TOUR CORP DOT # 3321141 MC-1069628 | 16:00 Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 4h25 | 20:25 New York, 11th Avenue / West 36th Street | 0 changesdirect | |
PPB 8746P | 16:20 Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 4h50 | 21:10 New York, NY | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:30 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 4h35 | 21:05 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
Gunther Charters via Tripper Bus DOT-110308 MC-128577 | 16:30 Washington, DC | 4h00 | 20:30 New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave. | 0 changesdirect | |
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Washington, DC to New York, NY by train, coach or flight
Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
19 Jun
20 Jun
21 Jun
22 Jun
23 Jun
24 Jun
25 Jun
26 Jun
27 Jun
28 Jun
29 Jun
30 Jun
01 Jul
02 Jul
03 Jul
04 Jul
05 Jul
06 Jul
07 Jul
08 Jul
09 Jul
Why should you book Washington, DC to New York, NY coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Infobus, Greyhound, Peter Pan Bus Lines or Best Bus to find the best option for your trip from Washington, DC to New York, NY.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Washington, DC to New York, NY.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Busbud?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Infobus, Greyhound, Peter Pan Bus Lines or Best Bus to find the best option for your trip from Washington, DC to New York, NY.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Washington, DC to New York, NY.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Washington, DC to New York, NY
Buses from Washington, DC to New York, NY run on average 62 times per day, taking around 4h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
There are 55 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 328 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 328 km |
Average bus duration 4h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 62 |
Direct buses 55 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound, Peter Pan Bus Lines, Best Bus, Peter Pan Bus from Washington, DC to New York, NYYou can travel by bus between Washington, DC to New York, NY with FlixBus, Infobus, Greyhound, Peter Pan Bus Lines, Best Bus, Peter Pan Bus for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
Infobus
Greyhound
Peter Pan Bus
Peter Pan Bus Lines
Best Bus
FAQs: Washington, DC to New York, NY coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to New York, NY by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at New York, NY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Peter Pan Bus
- Small dogs and cats are allowed on board in a carrier.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Washington, DC and New York, NY
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Shake Shack (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 96, 97, D6 Metro: Red Train: Amtrak, MARC, VRE
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the station
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: M7, M20, M34 Metro: 1, 2, 3, A, C, E
- 05:00-01:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Starbucks (in the station)
- Auntie Anne's (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: M7, M20, M34A, M42, M104 Metro: A, C, E, 1, 2, 3, N, Q, R, W, 7
Most popular bus connections from Washington, DC
More options for your journey from Washington, DC to New York, NY
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need




