Cheap bus tickets from Newark, NJ to Washington, D.C.
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Next departures for Newark to Washington on December 15
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Newark Penn Station
Washington
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Newark Penn Station
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
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Next departures for Newark to Washington on December 16
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Newark Penn Station
Washington
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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Newark Penn Station
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
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Next departures for Newark to Washington on December 17
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Newark Penn Station
Washington
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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Newark Penn Station
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
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Next departures for Newark to Washington on December 18
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Newark Penn Station
Washington
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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Newark Penn Station
Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave
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Next departures for Newark to Washington on December 19
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Newark Penn Station
Washington
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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Newark Penn Station
Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave
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Next departures for Newark to Washington on December 20
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Newark Penn Station
Washington
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Newark Penn Station
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
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Next departures for Newark to Washington on December 21
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Newark Penn Station
Washington
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Newark Penn Station
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
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Next departures for Newark to Washington on December 22
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Newark Penn Station
Washington
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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Newark Penn Station
Union Station
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Newark Penn Station
Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave
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Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to Washington
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
FlixBus Newark Washington recent customer reviews
Th bus driver was very rude and onboarding process was a mess with yelling and not explaining anything
2 out of 5 stars
Alexey Y.
Pretty decent,bus was on time it was clean and spacious
4 out of 5 stars
Khalid O.
Two people were smoking in the bus and driver did not even notice that.
According to multiple reviews, customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the service provided by the bus company. They mention that the buses are run down and there were delays in arrival times. Additionally, some customers paid extra for a shorter trip but still arrived late and had to make unexpected stops along the way. The overpacking of buses was also mentioned as an issue. Furthermore, one review mentions that passengers had to wait outside in freezing temperatures due to lack of seating at a stop and experienced an unpleasant trip when the driver stopped on the highway to address noise levels from other passengers' music."
Greyhound Newark Washington recent customer reviews
My mum is 75 years old, doesn’t speak English. Explained the driver that she was going to DC. But the driver let my mum out on their stop at Baltimore, saying last stop. Somehow we logged in to her phone tracking account , figured out where she was, my sister drove 1,5 hours Virginia to pick her up.
That was so sad.
1 out of 5 stars
Ayse D.
First bus was late… by 40-50 minutes… so I missed the connection, and so I had to wait for another. The next bus to Washington was also late, so I had to ride the bus to Atlanta, and drop off at Washington with a dozen other people.
1 out of 5 stars
Selman U.
Pretty bad .. I paid extra for the shorter trip and still got there pne hour late ... I also paid for direct trip to DC but still had to stop in Baltimore.. The bus was over packed all the time
Users have reported that the buses are very clean and comfortable, with professional and friendly drivers. Additionally, some users appreciated receiving detailed information from operators about layovers during their journey.
Peter Pan Newark Washington recent customer reviews
The 2nd operator provided much more detailed information such as why there was an hour layover; the first wasn't too detailed.
4 out of 5 stars
Stephen F.
Your bus i have use was very clean and very comfortable. your drivers professional and friendly.
According to customer reviews, there were several complaints about not receiving the correct address to board the bus, resulting in missed buses. Additionally, passengers mentioned that the bus driver did not announce the stops or final destination. Some customers also experienced delays due to drivers having to go back and traffic congestion. Furthermore, there were issues with non-functional wifi on board and a lack of amenities such as phone chargers and reading lights.
OurBus Newark Washington recent customer reviews
I did not get a correct address to board the bus which resulted in me missing the bus. I am still not sure if the bus arrived or not
1 out of 5 stars
Arushi S.
Will never take again this bus which does not have any phone charger, wifi and reading light. No sign to indicate the bus stop.
2 out of 5 stars
Abdoul B.
The bus driver never said what stop we were at /or the final stop. We were sitting on the bus asking each other
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Newark to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to Washington start from $6. The average price for this route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Newark to Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Newark to Washington is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 197 miles (318 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Newark to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan, OurBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Newark to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to Washington at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to Washington?
A bus trip from Newark to Washington generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Newark to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6361 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Newark to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
12/13
$44
12/14
$50
Today
$35
12/16
$33
12/17
$33
12/18
$35
12/19
$38
12/20
$18
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 20, 2025 with a price of $18
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $18 to $104 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-12-20.
Usually Greyhound 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 20, 2025 with a price of $18
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
