Bus from Montreal to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Montreal to Washington on 1 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Gare D'Autocars De Montreal - 1717 Rue Berri
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus StopCheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela
Gare d'autocars de Montréal
Union StationFastest
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan
    		Gare d'autocars de Montréal
    		WashingtonNo tags
    Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    		Gare D'Autocars De Montreal - 1717 Rue Berri
    		Union StationNo tags
    FlixBus
    		Gare D'Autocars De Montreal - 1717 Rue Berri
    		Union StationNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:16 AM EST.

    Compare 2 ways to travel from Montreal 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 16 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 500, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    33bus per day
    16h 35mAverage duration
    789 kmDistance
    20kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average priceR 1 500 - R 4 669Average duration16h 35m
    20kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average priceR 1 783 - R 7 102Average duration20h 23m
    72kg CO₂e

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

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

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

      The cheapest bus tickets from Montreal to Washington start at R 1 500. The average price for this route is around R 2 064. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

      The average bus journey time from Montreal to Washington is 16h 35m, covering a distance of 789 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 40m and is operated by Adirondack Trailways.

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

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 33 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak, Adirondack Trailways.

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

      The earliest bus departs from Montreal to Washington at 07:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.

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

      A bus trip from Montreal to Washington produces an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

    6. What is the best bus company from Montreal to Washington?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

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

      Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Adirondack Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

    Best price found
    28/11
    R 2 193
    29/11
    R 2 000
    Today
    R 3 105
    01/12
    R 1 877
    02/12
    R 1 614
    03/12
    R 1 587
    04/12
    R 1 877
    05/12
    R 1 771
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Montreal to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 03 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 587

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

    You can expect to pay from R 1 587 to R 15 102 for a bus ticket from Montreal to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 587, which is on 2025-12-03.

    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.

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

    busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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