How much does a bus ticket from Hartford to Washington cost?

The bus ticket price from Hartford to Washington starts at R 683. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Hartford to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Hartford to Washington?

The average travel time between Hartford and Washington is around 9h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 489 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Hartford and Washington?

The number of buses from Hartford to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 25 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Hartford to Washington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Hartford to Washington?

When taking the bus from Hartford to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Peter Pan, FlixBus.

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

Buses travelling between Hartford and Washington leave from Harford Union Station or Connecticut Convention Center and arrive at Dupont Circle, Union Station, Metro Center Station.

Bus Hartford to Washington from R 758 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Hartford to Washington on 13 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	23:10	Harford Union Station	13h 10m	12:20	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	Cheapest
	18:45	Harford Union Station	8h 35m	03:20	Union Station	Fastest
	21:15	Harford Union Station	8h 45m	06:00	Union Station	No tags
	21:40	Harford Union Station	9h 10m	06:50	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	18:45	Harford Union Station	10h 35m	05:20	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	21:15	Harford Union Station	10h 10m	07:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
	21:40	Harford Union Station	16h 15m	13:55	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from Hartford to Washington on 14 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:40	Harford Union Station	8h 50m	23:30	Union Station	Cheapest
	17:15	Harford Union Station	8h	01:15	Union Station	Fastest
	04:20	Harford Union Station	10h 5m	14:25	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:50	Harford Union Station	8h 10m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	21:15	Harford Union Station	8h 45m	06:00	Union Station	No tags
	08:25	Harford Union Station	8h 50m	17:15	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	04:20	Harford Union Station	11h 5m	15:25	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	18:45	Harford Union Station	8h 35m	03:20	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Hartford to Washington on 15 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	04:20	Harford Union Station	12h	16:20	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	Cheapest
	07:59	Harford Union Station	6h 29m	14:28	Union Station	Fastest
	04:20	Harford Union Station	10h 5m	14:25	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:50	Harford Union Station	8h 10m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	14:40	Harford Union Station	8h 50m	23:30	Union Station	No tags
	06:24	Harford Union Station	6h 57m	13:21	Union Station	No tags
	08:25	Harford Union Station	8h 50m	17:15	Union Station	No tags
	21:15	Harford Union Station	8h 45m	06:00	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Hartford to Washington on 16 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:00	Harford Union Station	7h 55m	19:55	Washington	Cheapest
	07:59	Harford Union Station	6h 29m	14:28	Union Station	Fastest
	04:20	Harford Union Station	10h 5m	14:25	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:50	Harford Union Station	8h 10m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	14:40	Harford Union Station	8h 50m	23:30	Union Station	No tags
	06:24	Harford Union Station	6h 57m	13:21	Union Station	No tags
	16:15	Harford Union Station	8h 5m	00:20	Washington	No tags
	08:25	Harford Union Station	8h 50m	17:15	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Hartford to Washington on 18 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	04:20	Harford Union Station	10h 5m	14:25	Union Station	Cheapest
	17:15	Harford Union Station	8h	01:15	Union Station	Fastest
	08:25	Harford Union Station	8h 50m	17:15	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:50	Harford Union Station	8h 10m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	13:10	Harford Union Station	10h 35m	23:45	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:50	Harford Union Station	8h 55m	19:45	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	No tags
	18:45	Harford Union Station	8h 35m	03:20	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	18:45	Harford Union Station	10h 35m	05:20	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	No tags

Next departures from Hartford to Washington on 19 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:15	Harford Union Station	8h 45m	06:00	Union Station	Cheapest
	17:15	Harford Union Station	8h	01:15	Union Station	Fastest
	04:20	Harford Union Station	10h 5m	14:25	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:50	Harford Union Station	8h 10m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	14:40	Harford Union Station	8h 50m	23:30	Union Station	No tags
	08:25	Harford Union Station	8h 50m	17:15	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	23:10	Harford Union Station	13h 10m	12:20	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	18:45	Harford Union Station	8h 35m	03:20	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:23 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Hartford 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 9 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 683, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day

9h 30mAverage duration

491 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 683 - R 3 262	Average duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 887 - R 14 795	Average duration6h 52m	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 370 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87370 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 683

Greyhound Hartford Washington recent customer reviews

awful awful awful awful customer service

Jade W.

7 January 2024

Good service

Annah M.

29 December 2020

Great bus

Redeat T.

27 November 2018

Peter Pan

4/56 324 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

Based on 6324 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Peter Pan ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 103

Peter Pan Hartford Washington recent customer reviews

The bus service was very good but the first driver that we had was not very nice not professional.

Jerry S.

22 June 2018

So good

Margaret N.

14 June 2021

Charging port was in the bus that was very bad.

Shana-lee D.

10 July 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511 296 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 583 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Hartford and Washington?

Stops in Hartford

A - Harford Union Station

B - Connecticut Convention Center

Stops in Washington

A - Dupont Circle

B - Union Station

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hartford, CT to Washington, DC, US by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Hartford to Washington cost?
The bus ticket price from Hartford to Washington starts at R 683. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Hartford to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Hartford to Washington?
The average travel time between Hartford and Washington is around 9h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 7h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 489 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Hartford and Washington?
The number of buses from Hartford to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 25 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Hartford to Washington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Hartford to Washington?
When taking the bus from Hartford to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Peter Pan, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Hartford to Washington?
Buses travelling between Hartford and Washington leave from Harford Union Station or Connecticut Convention Center and arrive at Dupont Circle, Union Station, Metro Center Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/11

R 1 272

12/11

R 1 394

Today

R 1 351

14/11

R 1 656

15/11

R 1 124

16/11

R 1 314

17/11

R 863

18/11

R 802

The cheapest trip from Hartford, CT to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 18 Nov 2025 with a price of R 802

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

You can expect to pay from R 802 to R 7 355 for a bus ticket from Hartford, CT to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 802, which is on 2025-11-18.

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.