Bus Tickets from Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US

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TodayAug 11
TomorrowAug 12
from US$72
WedAug 13
from US$71
ThuAug 14
from US$72
FriAug 15
from US$76
SatAug 16
SunAug 17
from US$76
MonAug 18

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Cleveland
    Departure location: Cleveland Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Cleveland
    Departure location: Cleveland Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Cleveland
    Departure location: Cleveland Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Cleveland
    Departure location: Cleveland Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Cleveland
    Departure location: Cleveland Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Cleveland to Washington

Bus
Average PriceUS$52 - US$189Average Duration13h 20m
12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$52 - US$340Average Duration11h 16m
45kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Cleveland to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 13 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
13h 20mAverage Duration
US$52Cheapest ticket
12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$72
Average Bus Trip Duration13h 20m
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure2:35am
Distance487 km
Latest bus departure5:20pm

Cleveland to Washington Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cleveland, OH, US - Washington, DC, US

  1. What is the distance between Cleveland and Washington?

    The distance between Cleveland and Washington is around 491 km (305 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Cleveland to Washington?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Greyhound Station, in Cleveland, and end it at Union Station, in Washington.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
08-09
US$79
08-10
US$184
Today
US$64
08-12
US$64
08-13
US$63
08-14
US$64
08-15
US$68
08-16
US$64
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Aug 13, 2025 with a price of US$63

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

You can expect to pay from US$63 to US$184 for a bus ticket from Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$63 which is on 2025-08-13.

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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Cleveland 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 Cleveland to Washington, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Cleveland to Washington.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Cleveland to Washington while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Cleveland, OH, US to Washington, DC, US?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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