Bus Tickets from Washington, DC to Boston, MA

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TodayMay 14
from US$74
TomorrowMay 15
from US$77
FriMay 16
from US$68
SatMay 17
from US$65
SunMay 18
from US$80
MonMay 19
from US$61
TueMay 20
from US$58
WedMay 21
from US$57

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston (South Station)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston (South Station)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston (South Station)
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston (South Station)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 15 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: May 15 at
    Destination city: Boston
    Destination location: Boston (South Station)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Boston

Bus
Average PriceUS$45 - US$165Average Duration11h
16kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$50 - US$801Average Duration7h 52m
57kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Washington to Boston

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 7 hours 52 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

62train per day
7h 52mAverage Duration
US$50Cheapest ticket
57kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Washington to Boston: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$62
Average Bus Trip Duration11h
Number of daily buses45
Earliest bus departure12:35am
Distance632 km
Latest bus departure11:55pm

Washington to Boston Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington - Boston

  1. How long is the trip from Washington to Boston by bus?

    The typical travel time from Washington to Boston by bus is around 11h. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Boston in 8h 45m

  2. What is the travel distance from Washington to Boston?

    The distance covered from Washington to Boston is 636 km (394 miles).

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Washington to Boston?

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

  4. What is the cheapest way to go from Washington to Boston?

    Taking the bus is the cheapest option to travel from Washington to Boston. With a starting ticket price of US$45, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from Washington to Boston?

    The bus fare from Washington to Boston is approximately US$62.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
05-12
US$77
05-13
US$70
Today
US$66
05-15
US$69
05-16
US$60
05-17
US$57
05-18
US$72
05-19
US$53
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington to Boston was searched and found on May 19, 2025 with a price of US$53

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

You can expect to pay from US$53 to US$135 for a bus ticket from Washington to Boston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$53 which is on 2025-05-19.

Usually FlixBus Inc. 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.

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 Washington and Boston!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Washington to Boston, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Washington to Boston will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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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.

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.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington to Boston?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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