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Museum of Fine Arts
Vast fine arts museum with global collections, notable paintings, ancient art and rotating exhibitions in the Fenway area.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Washington, DC to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £45.
On Tue 03 Nov, we found 22 buses from Washington, DC to Boston, MA, including 5 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 634 km distance in an average of 9 h 53 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 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.
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Buses from Washington, DC to Boston, MA run on average 17 times per day, taking around 9h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 634 km distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 634 km |
Average bus duration 9h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 70 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Washington, DC to Boston, MA.
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Boston, MA coaches for today, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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PPB 8774P · PPB 5606P | 0:00 Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 11h10 | 11:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 change | |
PPB 8774P · PPB 5606P · BZ 0532B | 0:00 Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 12h10 | 12:10 Boston, Logan Airport (Terminal A), MA | 2 changes | |
FlixBus | 0:30 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 9h25 | 9:55 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 0 changesdirect | |
+ FlixBus | 2:10 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 9h50 | 12:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 change | |
PPB 8700P · PPB 5622P | 4:20 Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 10h50 | 15:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus+![]() | 4:20 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 10h15 | 14:35 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 change | |
+ FlixBus | 6:05 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 9h05 | 15:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 change | |
PPB 8705P · PPB 5630P | 6:10 Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 10h35 | 16:45 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:45 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 10h30 | 17:15 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 10h00 | 18:00 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 change | |
PPB 8714P · PPB 5638P | 8:20 Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 10h50 | 19:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 change | |
· | 8:30 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 10h20 | 18:50 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 10h50 | 19:50 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 11h10 | 20:45 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 change | |
PPB 8722P · PPB 5646P | 10:20 Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal, DC | 10h25 | 20:45 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus+![]() | 10:35 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 11h15 | 21:50 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 10h05 | 22:05 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:00 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 10h20 | 23:20 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 change | |
· | 13:15 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 11h50 | 1:05 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:45 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 10h55 | 4:40 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:25 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 9h45 | 5:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus+![]() | 19:30 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 9h40 | 5:10 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 1 change | |
GO GO SUN TOUR INC DBA METROPOLITAN SHUTTLE 2211057 767255 | 21:15 Washington, 19th St SE (Stadium-Armory Station) | 10h00 | 7:15 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:35 Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 10h15 | 7:50 Boston, Bus Terminal South Station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Vast fine arts museum with global collections, notable paintings, ancient art and rotating exhibitions in the Fenway area.
Atmospheric museum displaying Isabella Stewart Gardner’s art collection in a Venetian-style palace with a celebrated courtyard.
Engaging science museum on the Charles River with hands-on exhibits, a planetarium and live presentations for varied ages.
Linear park through central Boston with gardens, monuments and historic edges, ideal for a relaxed city walk.
Historic pedestrian-friendly route connecting major Revolutionary sites across Boston, Charlestown and the North End.
Revived waterfront district with harbour walks, green spaces, public art and contemporary architecture along the Seaport.
Creamy soup of clams, potatoes and salt pork. A New England staple closely tied to Boston’s maritime history.
Slow-baked beans sweetened with molasses and often salt pork. The dish helped give Boston its historic nickname, Beantown.
A chilled seafood roll of lobster meat in a toasted split-top bun, usually with butter or mayonnaise. A classic summer New England treat.
Stylish seafood restaurant on the waterfront, popular for oysters, lobster rolls and harbour views in a polished setting.
Refined dining room serving contemporary New England seafood with elegant presentation and a formal atmosphere.
Busy Italian bakery and café in the North End, best known for cannoli, lobster tails and strong coffee in a lively setting.
Boston is pricier than many US cities, with high hotel rates and restaurant prices, though public transport is fairly reasonable for visitors.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis usually 10-15%. In cafés, round up or add $1-2 for barista drinks.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Boston, MA 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 Boston, MA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Washington, DC to Boston, MA buses use the Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station to Boston, Bus Terminal South Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Boston, MA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Shake Shack (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and food court.
Ticket office support is available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station.
Available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station: Elevators, ramps.
Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food courts and restaurants available inside.
Free Wi-Fi is available in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located in the station.
Ticket office support is available at Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal.
Available at Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Washington, Union Station Bus Terminal: Wheelchair accessible ramps and restrooms.
Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) is 1 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW). ATMs are available at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW).
Ticket office support is available at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW).
Available at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW): Sidewalks and crosswalks are wheelchair accessible.
Boston, Bus Terminal South Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food and cafe options available.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the terminal. ATMs are aTMs located inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Boston, Bus Terminal South Station.
Available at Boston, Bus Terminal South Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Boston, Bus Terminal South Station: Fully accessible with ramps and elevators.
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