Busbud recommends taking the train from New Brunswick to Washington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 2 hours 57 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
2train per day
2h 57mAverage Duration
$19Cheapest ticket
26kgCO₂ emissions
Bus New Brunswick to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview
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.
Amtrak New Brunswick Washington recent customer reviews
The train station at New Brunswick was not upto mark with incourteous staff, the train was kind of very ordinary. I think Amtrak must improve a lot to make people have pleasant journeys.
2 out of 5 stars
Suresh A.
Seats could have been much better
Push back seats r there but they wete not going down enough so that we have a peacefull sleep during the journey
5 out of 5 stars
Jeevitesh P.
Great experience, I was surprised by how efficient and on-time the bus driver was. Will definitely use OurBus again!
With about 1 daily trips between New Brunswick and Washington, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.
Amtrak New Brunswick Washington recent customer reviews
The train station at New Brunswick was not upto mark with incourteous staff, the train was kind of very ordinary. I think Amtrak must improve a lot to make people have pleasant journeys.
2 out of 5 stars
Suresh A.
Seats could have been much better
Push back seats r there but they wete not going down enough so that we have a peacefull sleep during the journey
5 out of 5 stars
Jeevitesh P.
Great experience, I was surprised by how efficient and on-time the bus driver was. Will definitely use OurBus again!
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Where are the popular stops in New Brunswick and Washington?
Stops in New Brunswick
A - French Street
24-34 French St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, USAFrench Street
Stops in Washington
A - Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USAUnion Station
B - Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USADupont Circle
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USAL’Enfant Plaza
E - 10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA10th Street NW
F - Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USAFoggy Bottom
Frequently asked questions for your trip New Brunswick - Washington, DC, US
What is the distance between New Brunswick and Washington?
About 176 miles (284 km) separate New Brunswick and Washington.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New Brunswick to Washington?
If you're headed to Washington from New Brunswick, chances are that your bus will leave from French Street and arrive at Union Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off 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 Supreme Court, The Mall/Monuments, United States Capitol, National Museum of American History and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
08/20
$29
08/21
$30
Today
$31
08/23
$29
08/24
$34
08/25
$29
08/26
$27
08/27
$28
The cheapest trip from New Brunswick to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of $27
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New Brunswick to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $27 to $88 for a bus ticket from New Brunswick to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2025-08-26.
About Bus Travel
Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from New Brunswick to Washington.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from New Brunswick to Washington, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from New Brunswick to Washington will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from New Brunswick to Washington, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
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.
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.
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!
What's the cheapest way to go from New Brunswick to Washington, DC, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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Busbud recommends taking the train from New Brunswick to Washington
The cheapest trip from New Brunswick to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Aug 26, 2025 with a price of $27
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
