What is the distance between Norfolk and Washington?

Norfolk and Washington are 148 miles (238 km) apart.

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

If you're headed to Washington from Norfolk, chances are that your bus will depart from Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station 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 United States Capitol, United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Supreme Court and Washington National Cathedral.

Bus Norfolk to Washington from $22 | Refundable Tickets

TodaySep 7

from $51

TomorrowSep 8

from $37

TueSep 9

from $34

WedSep 10

from $31

ThuSep 11

from $31

FriSep 12

from $34

SatSep 13

from $34

SunSep 14

from $36

Next departures to Washington

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: September 8 at 7:50pm
Departure city: Norfolk
Departure location: Norfolk
Arrival time: September 9 at 12:15am
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Union Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 25m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: September 8 at 9:30am
Departure city: Norfolk
Departure location: 5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)
Arrival time: September 8 at 1:30pm
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE
Operated by: Wanda Coach
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h
Departure time: September 8 at 11:05am
Departure city: Norfolk
Departure location: Norfolk
Arrival time: September 8 at 4:20pm
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Union Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 15m
Departure time: September 8 at 5:30pm
Departure city: Norfolk
Departure location: Norfolk
Arrival time: September 8 at 9:40pm
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Union Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 4h 10m
Departure time: September 8 at 2:25pm
Departure city: Norfolk
Departure location: Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station
Arrival time: September 8 at 7:59pm
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Union Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 34m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Norfolk to Washington.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$30 - $57	Average Duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$38 - $147	Average Duration4h 32m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Norfolk to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

4h 10mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest ticket

6kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Norfolk, VA to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$39

Average bus trip duration4h 10m

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure6:45am

Distance149 miles (239 km)

Latest bus departure10:15pm

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FlixBus

3.5/510,417 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

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.

FlixBus Norfolk Washington recent customer reviews

pretty good

Shishay G.

August 9, 2024

Wanda Coach

2.5/5628 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.4

Wifi1.7

Wanda Coach is one of the main Chinatown bus carriers in the US, connecting about 75 cities around the country with inexpensive tickets and comfortable bus rides. Wanda Coach buses travel between Chinatown neighborhoods with direct buses that are affordable, safe and have convenient pick-up and drop-off locations. If you travel with Wanda Coach, you can reschedule your tickets for a $10 fee up to 2 hours before travel time, and their buses have free WiFi, power outlets and bathrooms.

Amtrak

4/55,443 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

According to multiple positive reviews, Amtrak provides excellent service with on-time departures and comfortable rides. However, some passengers have experienced delays of up to 30 minutes and uncomfortable temperatures onboard. Overall, customers appreciate the cozy and well-managed environment during their trips.

Amtrak Norfolk Washington recent customer reviews

The train and our seats were excellent. We left on time and arrived on time and in comfort.

John M.

October 11, 2023

My trip on Amtrak was very good. We left on time, the ride was quite and peaceful.

Robert B.

October 4, 2023

Will ride again. Pleasant trip. DC station staff not helpful. Train staff first-rate though. WiFi mostly off-line.

Rodney G.

September 6, 2022

Greyhound

3.5/587,239 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

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.

Greyhound Norfolk Washington recent customer reviews

The staff was very polite. I believe they did everything they could to accommodate me because of issues they were experiencing with bus delay

Veryl S.

September 12, 2019

35 Minuten Delay in Richmond- no announcement. Not on the Display. The driver would Not accept our webtickets, which were accepted at the check in counter. Boarding at another Gate as shown on the Display. Horrible für tourists as we are.

Wilhelm T.

September 22, 2018

Bys was delayed 45 min at Richmond and bus driver very unprofessional, she eating meals while driving and snacks that distracted her driving then using both hands to transfer ice from one cup to another. Bus needed air fresheners also.

Armando S.

July 14, 2018

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, New York Trailways

Norfolk to Washington Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Norfolk and Washington?

Stops in Norfolk

A - Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station

B - Best Square Shopping Center Bus Stop

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 Norfolk, VA - Washington, DC, US

What is the distance between Norfolk and Washington?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Norfolk to Washington?
What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

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

Best price found

09/05

$41

09/06

$39

Today

$43

09/08

$29

09/09

$26

09/10

$24

09/11

$24

09/12

$27

The cheapest trip from Norfolk, VA to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Sep 10, 2025 with a price of $24

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

You can expect to pay from $24 to $168 for a bus ticket from Norfolk, VA to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $24 which is on 2025-09-10.

Usually Amtrak 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.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Norfolk 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 Norfolk 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 Norfolk to Washington.

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Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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.

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

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Bus Norfolk, VA to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Norfolk and Washington?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Norfolk, VA - Washington, DC, US

What is the distance between Norfolk and Washington?

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

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Will you be returning to Norfolk, VA by bus?

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