Bus Tickets from Portland, ME to Washington, DC

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TodayApr 4
from $116
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Next departures to Washington

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 4 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Portland (Park & Ride)
    Arrival time: April 5 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Springfield Bus Stop, VA
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 4 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Portland Transportation Center
    Arrival time: April 5 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 4 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Portland Transportation Center
    Arrival time: April 5 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 4 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Portland Transportation Center
    Arrival time: April 5 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 4 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Portland Transportation Center
    Arrival time: April 6 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Portland to Washington: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$97
Average bus trip duration16h 30m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure1:45pm
Distance480 miles (774 km)

Portland to Washington Buses

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Portland to Washington from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Washington from Portland, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions for your trip Portland - Washington

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04/02
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04/03
$128
Today
$116
04/05
$100
04/06
$87
04/07
$77
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portland to Washington was searched and found on Apr 7, 2025 with a price of $77

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

You can expect to pay from $77 to $968 for a bus ticket from Portland to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $77 which is on 2025-04-07.

Usually Amtrak 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Portland and Washington!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Portland to Washington, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Portland to Washington.

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

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Portland by bus?

Bus from Portland to Washington

You can also go to Washington by train

Train from Portland to Washington

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