Bus Tickets from Boston, MA, US to Washington, DC, US

TodayAug 2
from US$99
TomorrowAug 3
from US$95
MonAug 4
from US$73
TueAug 5
from US$67
WedAug 6
from US$53
ThuAug 7
from US$68
FriAug 8
from US$62
SatAug 9
from US$59

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston (South Station)
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Brookline
    Arrival time: August 4 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston (South Station)
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston (South Station)
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 3 at
    Departure city: Boston
    Departure location: Boston (South Station)
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Washington

Bus
Average PriceUS$15 - US$239Average Duration10h 45m
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$50 - US$579Average Duration7h 52m
56kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Boston to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 10 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

47bus per day
10h 45mAverage Duration
US$15Cheapest ticket
16kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Boston, MA, US to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$62
Average Bus Trip Duration10h 45m
Number of daily buses47
Earliest bus departure12:30am
Distance631 km
Latest bus departure10:00pm

Boston to Washington Bus

Busbud helps you find a bus from Boston to Washington. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Boston 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 Boston, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Boston, MA, US - Washington, DC, US

  1. What is the travel distance from Boston to Washington?

    Boston and Washington are 636 km (394 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Boston to Washington?

    Buses departing from Back Bay Station in Boston will take you to Union Station in Washington.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-31
US$146
08-01
US$100
Today
US$90
08-03
US$87
08-04
US$65
08-05
US$60
08-06
US$45
08-07
US$60
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Aug 6, 2025 with a price of US$45

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

You can expect to pay from US$45 to US$197 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$45 which is on 2025-08-06.

Usually Peter Pan Bus Lines 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 Boston and Washington!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Boston 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 Boston to Washington.

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

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 travellers 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.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

What's the cheapest way to go from Boston, MA, US to Washington, DC, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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