Bus from Austin, TX, US to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Austin to Washington on 30 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Downtown Austin
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus StopCheapest
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Union StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Union StationNo tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus StopNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Austin to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 17 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £116, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day
1d 17hAverage duration
1318 milesDistance
53kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£116 - £478Average duration1d 17h
53kg CO₂e
Average price£160 - £1,529Average duration2d 2h
193kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Austin, TX, US to Washington, DC, US

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Washington?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Austin to Washington start from £116. The average price for this route is around £166. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Austin to Washington?

    The average bus journey time from Austin to Washington is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 1318 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Valley Transit.

  3. Which bus companies service the Austin to Washington route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to Washington?

    The earliest bus departs from Austin to Washington at 03:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Washington?

    A bus journey from Austin to Washington produces an estimated 53 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Austin to Washington?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to Washington?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Austin to Washington?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Austin to Washington?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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£288
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£313
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