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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Washington, DC to Newark, DE
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
2 h
Average duration
2 h 8 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
141 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Washington, DC to Newark, DE 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 Newark, DE will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 2 buses that leave Washington, DC for Newark, DE every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 141 km distance in an average of 2 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h .
The slowest buses will take 2 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Washington, DC to Newark, DE
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Newark, DE among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 141 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£21 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price |
2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Washington, DC to Newark, DE bus times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Newark, DE coaches for today, Saturday 7 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 05:45 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1h45 | 07:30 Newark, Train Station, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:15 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 2h00 | 12:15 Newark, Train Station, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:05 Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) | 2h15 | 17:20 Newark, Train Station, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 15:30 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 1h50 | 17:20 Newark, Train Station, DE | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:00 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 2h30 | 18:30 Newark, I 95 (Delaware Welcome Center - Northbound), DE | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 21:30 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 2h00 | 23:30 Newark, I 95 (Delaware Welcome Center - Northbound), DE | 0 changesdirect | |
 Bethany Line Tours LLC 4468146 MC-1763100 | 22:20 Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 2h40 | 01:00 Newark, Christiana Mall (Mall Parking Lot Section D3), DE | 0 changesdirect | |
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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 Best Bus or Greyhound to find the best option for your trip from Washington, DC to Newark, DE.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Best Bus or Greyhound to find the best option for your trip from Washington, DC to Newark, DE.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Washington, DC to Newark, DE
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Buses from Washington, DC to Newark, DE run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 141 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 141 km |
Average bus duration 1h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 45m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Best Bus, Greyhound from Washington, DC to Newark, DEYou can travel by bus between Washington, DC to Newark, DE with FlixBus, Best Bus, Greyhound for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Washington, DC to Newark, DE coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Newark, DE 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 Newark, DE, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
- 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).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Washington, DC and Newark, DE
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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
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