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Today24 Aug
from US$219
Tomorrow25 Aug
from US$144
Tue26 Aug
from US$164
Wed27 Aug
from US$173
Thu28 Aug
from US$161
Fri29 Aug
from US$180
Sat30 Aug
from US$169
Sun31 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 25 August at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
    Arrival time: 27 August at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 25 August at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
    Arrival time: 26 August at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 25 August at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
    Arrival time: 27 August at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 25 August at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
    Arrival time: 27 August at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 25 August at
    Departure city: Austin
    Departure location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
    Arrival time: 27 August at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Austin to Washington

Average priceUS$126 - US$575Average duration2d 1h
53kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$225 - US$1,641Average duration2d 2h
193kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Austin to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 2 days, 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just US$126, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31bus per day
2d 1hAverage duration
US$126Cheapest ticket
53kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Austin, TX, US to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$175
Average bus trip duration2d 1h
Number of daily buses31
Earliest bus departure03:05
Distance1314 miles
Latest bus departure22:50

Austin to Washington Bus

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable bus companies that cover bus service from Austin to Washington.

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Austin, TX, US - Washington, DC, US

  1. How far is Washington from Austin by coach?

    The journey from Austin to Washington by coach covers an approximate distance of 1315 miles (2121 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Washington from Austin without flying?

    To travel from Austin to Washington without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
22/08
US$163
23/08
US$201
Today
US$250
25/08
US$140
26/08
US$170
27/08
US$167
28/08
US$183
29/08
US$214
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 25 Aug 2025 with a price of US$140

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

You can expect to pay from US$140 to US$250 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$140, which is on 2025-08-25.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Austin to Washington.

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 Austin to Washington.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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 Austin, TX, US to Washington, DC, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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