Bus Tickets from Portland, ME to Washington, DC, US

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TodayAug 11
TomorrowAug 12
from US$112
WedAug 13
from US$107
ThuAug 14
from US$143
FriAug 15
from US$101
SatAug 16
from US$129
SunAug 17
MonAug 18

Next departures to Washington

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Portland (Park & Ride)
    Arrival time: August 13 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Portland Transportation Center
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Portland (Park & Ride)
    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: Portland
    Departure location: Portland Transportation Center
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 12 at
    Departure city: Portland
    Departure location: Portland Transportation Center
    Arrival time: August 12 at
    Destination city: Washington
    Destination location: Union Station
    Operated by: Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Portland, ME - Washington, DC, US

  1. What is the travel distance from Portland to Washington?

    Portland and Washington are 777 km (482 miles) apart.

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

    Buses departing from Greyhound Station Portland Maine in Portland will take you to 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$96
08-10
US$388
Today
US$165
08-12
US$117
08-13
US$201
08-14
US$252
08-15
US$96
08-16
US$203
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portland, ME to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Aug 9, 2025 with a price of US$96

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

You can expect to pay from US$96 to US$974 for a bus ticket from Portland, ME to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$96 which is on 2025-08-15.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Portland and Washington!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Portland 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 Portland to Washington.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Portland to Washington, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Will you be returning to Portland, ME by bus?

Bus from Portland, ME to Washington, DC, US

You can also go to Washington, DC, US by train

Train from Portland, ME to Washington, DC, US

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