How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Washington start from $19. The average price for this route is around $44. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Newark to Washington?

The average bus trip duration from Newark to Washington is 5h 40m, covering a distance of 189 miles (305 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by Aviator Charters .

Which bus companies service the Newark to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , Peter Pan , Aviator Charters , OurBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newark to Washington?

The earliest bus departs from Newark to Washington at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Washington?

A bus trip from Newark to Washington generates an estimated 7.604075000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Newark to Washington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6430 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Washington?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Newark to Washington?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark to Washington?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Newark to Washington from $17 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Newark to Washington on April 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:05am	Newark Penn Station	5h 55m	12:00pm	Washington	Cheapest
	Bus	7:35pm	Newark Penn Station	4h 10m	11:45pm	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	12:20am	Newark Penn Station	4h 25m	4:45am	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	1:50am	Newark Penn Station	5h	6:50am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:50am	Newark Penn Station	7h 15m	7:05pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

47train per day

3h 7mAverage Duration

197 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$19 - $136	Average Duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$19 - $670	Average Duration3h 7m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Newark and Washington?

Stops in Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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Stops in Washington

A
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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B
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,416 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

FlixBus Newark Washington recent customer reviews

Th bus driver was very rude and onboarding process was a mess with yelling and not explaining anything

Alexey Y.

November 12, 2023

Pretty decent,bus was on time it was clean and spacious

Khalid O.

August 2, 2024

Two people were smoking in the bus and driver did not even notice that.

Manoj P.

April 29, 2024

Greyhound

3.5/587,531 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

According to multiple reviews, customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the service provided by the bus company. They mention that the buses are run down and there were delays in arrival times. Additionally, some customers paid extra for a shorter trip but still arrived late and had to make unexpected stops along the way. The overpacking of buses was also mentioned as an issue. Furthermore, one review mentions that passengers had to wait outside in freezing temperatures due to lack of seating at a stop and experienced an unpleasant trip when the driver stopped on the highway to address noise levels from other passengers' music."

Greyhound Newark Washington recent customer reviews

My mum is 75 years old, doesn’t speak English. Explained the driver that she was going to DC. But the driver let my mum out on their stop at Baltimore, saying last stop. Somehow we logged in to her phone tracking account , figured out where she was, my sister drove 1,5 hours Virginia to pick her up. That was so sad.

Ayse D.

December 18, 2023

First bus was late… by 40-50 minutes… so I missed the connection, and so I had to wait for another. The next bus to Washington was also late, so I had to ride the bus to Atlanta, and drop off at Washington with a dozen other people.

Selman U.

August 11, 2023

Pretty bad .. I paid extra for the shorter trip and still got there pne hour late ... I also paid for direct trip to DC but still had to stop in Baltimore.. The bus was over packed all the time

Yasmin A.

June 7, 2023

Peter Pan

4/56,430 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

Users have reported that the buses are very clean and comfortable, with professional and friendly drivers. Additionally, some users appreciated receiving detailed information from operators about layovers during their journey.

Peter Pan Newark Washington recent customer reviews

I bought a ticket for 1:50pm bus from Newark to Washington DC. This bus never showed up. Fortunately the 2:15pm bus driver allowed me to rode on that bus

Jayaprakas K.

December 31, 2025

The 2nd operator provided much more detailed information such as why there was an hour layover; the first wasn't too detailed.

Stephen F.

September 3, 2025

Your bus i have use was very clean and very comfortable. your drivers professional and friendly.

Mamadi O.

June 25, 2025

Aviator Charters

OurBus

4/53,189 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3

According to customer reviews, there were several complaints about not receiving the correct address to board the bus, resulting in missed buses. Additionally, passengers mentioned that the bus driver did not announce the stops or final destination. Some customers also experienced delays due to drivers having to go back and traffic congestion. Furthermore, there were issues with non-functional wifi on board and a lack of amenities such as phone chargers and reading lights.

OurBus Newark Washington recent customer reviews

I did not get a correct address to board the bus which resulted in me missing the bus. I am still not sure if the bus arrived or not

Arushi S.

July 6, 2023

Will never take again this bus which does not have any phone charger, wifi and reading light. No sign to indicate the bus stop.

Abdoul B.

October 24, 2022

The bus driver never said what stop we were at /or the final stop. We were sitting on the bus asking each other

Tyhesha M.

September 25, 2022

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Washington start from $19. The average price for this route is around $44. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Newark to Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Newark to Washington is 5h 40m, covering a distance of 189 miles (305 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 30m and is operated by Aviator Charters.
Which bus companies service the Newark to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan, Aviator Charters, OurBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newark to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to Washington at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Washington?
A bus trip from Newark to Washington generates an estimated 7.604075000000001 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Newark to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6430 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Newark to Washington?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark to Washington?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

04/03

$76

04/04

$50

Today

$29

04/06

$29

04/07

$22

04/08

$22

04/09

$25

04/10

$27

The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Apr 7, 2026 with a price of $22

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $22 to $109 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2026-04-07.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.