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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | Cheapest | ||||
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Union Station | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Union Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Union Station | No tags | ||||
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Austin Eastside Bus Plaza | Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to Washington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 17 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $150, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Austin and Washington?
Stops in Austin
- A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA - B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA - C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA - D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, USA
Stops in Washington
- A6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
- B1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
- C663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
- D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA - E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA - F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Austin, TX, US to Washington, DC, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Washington start from $150. The average price for this route is around $215. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Austin to Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Austin to Washington is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 1318 miles (2125 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Valley Transit.
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.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Austin to Washington at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Washington?
A bus trip from Austin to Washington generates an estimated 53 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Austin to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $187To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Austin, TX, US to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $187 to $404 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $371 which is on 2025-11-28.
What's the cheapest way to go from Austin, TX, US to Washington, DC, US?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
