How do I get from Virginia Beach to Washington without a car?

The bus is the best choice to get to Washington without a car. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.

How long is the bus trip from Virginia Beach to Washington?

On average, the trip from Virginia Beach to Washington takes around 4h 20m, but the quickest bus can get you there in about 4h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 153 miles (246 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Virginia Beach from Washington?

About 153 miles (246 km) separate Virginia Beach and Washington.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Virginia Beach to Washington leave from Wesleyan Commons Shopping Center Bus Stop and arrive at Union Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the cheapest way to go from Virginia Beach to Washington?

Go for the bus if you want the most affordable way to travel this route. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $51.

How much does a bus ticket from Virginia Beach to Washington cost?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Virginia Beach to Washington is $51. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $51 and $76, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

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 United States Capitol, Supreme Court, National Gallery of Art, Georgetown and National Museum of American History.

Virginia Beach to Washington (DC), US Bus Tickets

SatApr 26

from $45

SunApr 27

MonApr 28

from $45

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Cheap buses leaving Monday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: April 28 at 9:10am
Departure city: Virginia Beach
Departure location: 5792 Northampton Boulevard
Arrival time: April 28 at 1:30pm
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE
Operated by: Wanda Coach
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 20m

Accepted payments

Bus Virginia Beach to Washington: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$51

Average bus trip duration4h 20m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure9:10am

Distance147 miles (237 km)

Latest bus departure10:00pm

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Wanda Coach

2.5/5576 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi1.7

Wanda Coach is one of the main Chinatown bus carriers in the US, connecting about 75 cities around the country with inexpensive tickets and comfortable bus rides. Wanda Coach buses travel between Chinatown neighborhoods with direct buses that are affordable, safe and have convenient pick-up and drop-off locations. If you travel with Wanda Coach, you can reschedule your tickets for a $10 fee up to 2 hours before travel time, and their buses have free WiFi, power outlets and bathrooms.

Wanda Coach Virginia Beach Washington recent customer reviews

Due to congestion on the highway (road work along the way), the bus was late for half an hour. Otherwise, we might have arrived on time. The driver was helpful and nice. Some passengers were a bit noisy, one was singing time to time in a low voice and snapping fingers, the other one talking on the phone. In general, the trip was good, seats were quite comfortable, shades and belts working

Aigerim M.

November 4, 2024

The bus was dirty ,the bathroom impossible to get in was smelling and dirty The driver was speaking in the phone all the time ,acelarating and using the brakes

Elsa M. H. Sophie V.

July 26, 2024

Amtrak

4/55,074 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

According to customer reviews, Amtrak provided great service. However, the third-party bus company that operates between Virginia Beach and Richmond had major issues. The bus never showed up and the driver was unreachable. There were also complaints about a mistake or miscommunication regarding the bus from Virginia Beach to Norfolk, as Park Ave 20th St does not exist. This caused customers to wait for a non-existent bus and have to drive an additional 25 minutes to reach the train station.

Amtrak Virginia Beach Washington recent customer reviews

There is a mistake or miscommunication with the bus from Virginia Beach to Norfolk because Park Ave 20th St doesn't exist. We were waiting for the bus that never arrive for us. We have to drive 25 min more to the train station.

Muhammad A.

June 1, 2023

Amtrak was great, but the third party bus company sucked The bus between VA Beach and Richmond never showed and the driver remained unreachable

Kieran H.

July 6, 2022

Could not find bus stop that would have lead me to the Amtrak station

Lynette C.

August 20, 2024

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 Virginia Beach and Washington?

Stops in Virginia Beach

A - Wesleyan Commons Shopping Center Bus Stop

B - Virginia Beach Circle D Food Market Bus 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 Virginia Beach - Washington

How do I get from Virginia Beach to Washington without a car?
How long is the bus trip from Virginia Beach to Washington?
How far is Virginia Beach from Washington?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Virginia Beach to Washington?
What is the cheapest way to go from Virginia Beach to Washington?
How much does a bus ticket from Virginia Beach to Washington cost?
What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

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04/22

$45

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$45

04/25

$45

04/26

$45

04/27

$45

04/28

$45

04/29

$41

The cheapest trip from Virginia Beach to Washington was searched and found on Apr 29, 2025 with a price of $41

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

You can expect to pay from $41 to $172 for a bus ticket from Virginia Beach to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2025-04-29.

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.

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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 Virginia Beach and Washington!

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

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

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Virginia Beach to Washington while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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.

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 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!

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Bus Tickets from Virginia Beach, VA to Washington, DC

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Cheap buses leaving Monday

One passenger / one way

Bus Virginia Beach to Washington: Trip Overview

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Wanda Coach Virginia Beach Washington recent customer reviews

Amtrak Virginia Beach Washington recent customer reviews

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Where are the popular stops in Virginia Beach and Washington?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Virginia Beach - Washington

How do I get from Virginia Beach to Washington without a car?

How long is the bus trip from Virginia Beach to Washington?

How far is Virginia Beach from Washington?

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

What is the cheapest way to go from Virginia Beach to Washington?

How much does a bus ticket from Virginia Beach to Washington cost?

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

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Bus Travel Tips

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