What is the travel distance from Erie to Washington?

About 275 miles (443 km) separate Erie and Washington.

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

The majority of buses traveling from Erie to Washington start their journey at Erie Bus Station and wind up at Union Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

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 Jefferson Memorial, United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, Supreme Court, Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception and Arlington National Cemetery.

Bus Erie to Washington from $65 | Compare & Save up to 49%

TodayJun 22

from $91

TomorrowJun 23

from $84

TueJun 24

from $84

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ThuJun 26

from $89

FriJun 27

from $83

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 23 at 7:20pm
Departure city: Erie
Departure location: Erie Bus Station
Arrival time: June 24 at 11:20am
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Union Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 23 at 12:40pm
Departure city: Erie
Departure location: Erie Bus Station
Arrival time: June 24 at 2:30am
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Union Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 50m
Departure time: June 23 at 12:25am
Departure city: Erie
Departure location: Erie Bus Station
Arrival time: June 23 at 3:45pm
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Union Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 15h 20m
Departure time: June 23 at 12:40pm
Departure city: Erie
Departure location: Erie Bus Station
Arrival time: June 24 at 2:30am
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Union Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 50m
Departure time: June 23 at 7:20pm
Departure city: Erie
Departure location: Erie Bus Station
Arrival time: June 24 at 12:20pm
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 17h

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	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$63 - $221	Average Duration17h 40m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$336 - $370	Average Duration17h 13m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Erie to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 17 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $63, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

17h 40mAverage Duration

$63Cheapest ticket

11kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Erie to Washington: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$89

Average bus trip duration17h 40m

Number of daily buses10.428571428571427

Earliest bus departure12:25am

Distance276 miles (444 km)

Latest bus departure7:20pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,049 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/59,167 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

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Erie to Washington Bus

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

Where are the popular stops in Erie and Washington?

Stops in Erie

A - Erie 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 Erie - Washington, DC, US

What is the travel distance from Erie to Washington?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Erie to Washington?
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

06/20

$75

06/21

$78

Today

$85

06/23

$77

06/24

$77

06/25

No data

06/26

$81

06/27

$76

The cheapest trip from Erie to Washington was searched and found on Jun 20, 2025 with a price of $75

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

You can expect to pay from $75 to $148 for a bus ticket from Erie to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $76 which is on 2025-06-27.

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Bus Travel Tips

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

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Erie to Washington, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 Erie 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!

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

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time17h 40m	Avg Price$89	Daily Departures10.428571428571427
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time17h 13m	Avg Price$370	Daily Departures1

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Bus Tickets from Erie to Washington, DC, US

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Bus Erie to Washington: Trip Overview

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Erie to Washington Bus

Where are the popular stops in Erie and Washington?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Erie - Washington, DC, US

What is the travel distance from Erie to Washington?

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

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

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

Will you be returning to Erie by bus?

You can also go to Washington by train

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Why choose Busbud?

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