How can I travel from Harrisburg to Washington without a car?

You can travel between these two cities by bus or train. Both are easy and eco-friendly ways to travel to Washington. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Washington from Harrisburg by bus?

The average travel time from Harrisburg to Washington is about 3h 15m, although the fastest bus will take 3h, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 96 miles (155 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Harrisburg to Washington?

The distance between the two cities is 96 miles (155 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Harrisburg to Washington?

The majority of buses traveling from Harrisburg to Washington start their journey at Harrisburg Bieber Greyhound Station and wind up at Union Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What is the most affordable way to get from Harrisburg to Washington?

Go for the bus if you want the most affordable way to travel this route. $33 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Washington from Harrisburg.

How much are the bus tickets from Harrisburg to Washington?

The average bus ticket price from Harrisburg to Washington is $36. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $33 to $65, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Is it possible to take a day trip from Harrisburg to Washington?

Yes, you can do a day trip from Harrisburg to Washington. The total travel time for the round-trip is about 6h. So you'll have enough time to visit Washington before returning to Harrisburg in the evening.

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Once in Washington, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, National Museum of American History, United States Capitol, John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and The Mall/Monuments.

Harrisburg to Washington (DC), US Bus Tickets

FriApr 25

from $29

SatApr 26

from $27

SunApr 27

from $29

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: April 26 at 3:05am
Departure city: Harrisburg
Departure location: Harrisburg Bus Station
Arrival time: April 26 at 6:05am
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Union Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h
Departure time: April 26 at 12:30pm
Departure city: Harrisburg
Departure location: Harrisburg Bus Station
Arrival time: April 26 at 3:45pm
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Union Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 3h 15m
Departure time: April 26 at 3:05am
Departure city: Harrisburg
Departure location: Harrisburg Bus Station
Arrival time: April 26 at 9:05am
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Springfield Bus Stop, VA
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h

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Bus Harrisburg to Washington: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$36

Average bus trip duration3h 15m

Number of daily buses2

Earliest bus departure3:05am

Distance105 miles (168 km)

Latest bus departure12:30pm

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Greyhound

3.5/586,942 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Harrisburg Washington recent customer reviews

Always late with no proper communication to passengers and wifi was not too good but at least better than past experiences. They should learn to stick to time, to avoid always disrupting my plans.😣

Olubukola J.

October 23, 2019

Bus 4hrs late driver good trip good once on bus but staff kept telling us different times it really was a mess

Yvette S.

October 18, 2018

Bus driver looked for persons at the Baltimore stop. Instead of 10 minutes, we were there 20 which made us arrive 20 minutes later in D.C.

Saiah Y.

August 7, 2017

OurBus

4/53,050 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.2

With about 1 daily trips between Harrisburg and Washington, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

Amtrak

4/55,072 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Wanda Coach

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Where are the popular stops in Harrisburg and Washington?

Stops in Harrisburg

A - Harrisburg Bieber Greyhound Station

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Frequently asked questions for your trip Harrisburg - Washington

How can I travel from Harrisburg to Washington without a car?
How long does it take to get to Washington from Harrisburg by bus?
What is the travel distance from Harrisburg to Washington?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Harrisburg to Washington?
What is the most affordable way to get from Harrisburg to Washington?
How much are the bus tickets from Harrisburg to Washington?
Is it possible to take a day trip from Harrisburg to Washington?
What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/21

$30

04/22

$27

Today

$27

04/24

$27

04/25

$29

04/26

$27

04/27

$29

04/28

$27

The cheapest trip from Harrisburg to Washington was searched and found on Apr 22, 2025 with a price of $27

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You can expect to pay from $27 to $54 for a bus ticket from Harrisburg to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-04-24.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Harrisburg to Washington.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Harrisburg to Washington, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Harrisburg to Washington will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Harrisburg to Washington, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Harrisburg to Washington?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time3h 15m	Avg Price$36	Daily Departures2
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time4h 5m	Avg Price$152	Daily Departures4

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Where are the popular stops in Harrisburg and Washington?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Harrisburg - Washington

How can I travel from Harrisburg to Washington without a car?

How long does it take to get to Washington from Harrisburg by bus?

What is the travel distance from Harrisburg to Washington?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Harrisburg to Washington?

What is the most affordable way to get from Harrisburg to Washington?

How much are the bus tickets from Harrisburg to Washington?

Is it possible to take a day trip from Harrisburg to Washington?

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Harrisburg to Washington?

Will you be returning to Harrisburg by bus?

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