Bus from Washington, DC, US to Dover, DE, US: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Washington to Dover on 6 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Union Station
Dover (7-Eleven)No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Springfield Bus Stop, VA
Dover (7-Eleven)No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Springfield Bus Stop, VA
Dover (7-Eleven)No tags
FlixBusBus
Union Station
Dover (7-Eleven)No tags
FlixBusBus
Union Station
Dover (7-Eleven)No tags

Get from Washington to Dover

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 714, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day
5h 50mAverage duration
137 kmDistance
3kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Dover, DE, 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 Washington to Dover?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Dover start at R 714. The average price for this route is around R 992. 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 Washington to Dover?

    The average bus journey time from Washington to Dover is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 137 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Washington to Dover at 07:30. And the latest bus departs at 14:45.

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

    A bus trip from Washington to Dover produces an estimated 3 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 Washington to Dover?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Washington to Dover?

    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 Washington to Dover?

    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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04/12
R 816
05/12
R 919
Today
R 980
07/12
R 815
08/12
R 633
09/12
No data
10/12
R 625
11/12
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Dover, DE, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 625

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

You can expect to pay from R 625 to R 998 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Dover, DE, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 625, which is on 2025-12-10.

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