How much is the bus ticket from Houston to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Washington start from $137. The average price for this route is around $230. 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 Houston to Washington?

The average bus trip duration from Houston to Washington is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1220 miles (1967 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Houston to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus , Valley Transit .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Washington?

The earliest bus departs from Houston to Washington at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Washington?

A bus trip from Houston to Washington generates an estimated 49 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 Houston 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 5627 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Washington?

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Houston 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 Houston to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Houston to Washington from $120 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Houston to Washington on December 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:35pm	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	1d 19h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	10:00pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 6h	5:35am	Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	5:05pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	1d 11h	5:35am	Union Station	No tags
	10:00pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 8h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:50pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	1d 10h	10:35am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to Washington on December 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	9:00am	Downtown Gray & Smith	1d 21h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	10:00pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 6h	5:35am	Union Station	Fastest
	1:05pm	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
	12:05am	Houston Bus Station	1d 9h	10:35am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	5:00am	Houston Bus Station	2d 6h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags

Next departures for Houston to Washington on December 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:50pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	1d 9h	9:05am	Union Station	Cheapest
	10:00pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 6h	5:35am	Union Station	Fastest
	1:05pm	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
	12:05am	Houston Bus Station	1d 9h	10:35am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	1:05pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 8h	10:20pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to Washington on December 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	1:45pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	1d 7h	10:20pm	Union Station	Cheapest
	10:00pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 6h	5:35am	Union Station	Fastest
	1:05pm	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
	12:05am	Houston Bus Station	1d 9h	10:35am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	1:05pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 8h	10:20pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to Washington on December 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:20pm	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	1d 8h	9:05am	Union Station	Cheapest
	10:00pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 6h	5:35am	Union Station	Fastest
	1:05pm	Amtrak Station	1d 23h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
	12:05am	Houston Bus Station	1d 9h	10:35am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	1:05pm	Houston Bus Station	1d 8h	10:20pm	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

40bus per day

1d 16hAverage Duration

1220 milesDistance

49kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$137 - $607	Average Duration1d 16h	CO₂ emissions 49kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$237 - $1,129	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 179kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Houston and Washington?

Stops in Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,420 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Houston Washington recent customer reviews

Passenger was removed from bus in New Orleans for not a good reason.

Charles B.

March 18, 2021

The staff don't care.

Scort A.

July 23, 2019

Amtrak

4/55,630 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,555 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Valley Transit

3/534 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3

Wifi2.5

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, 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 Houston to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to Washington start from $137. The average price for this route is around $230. 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 Houston to Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Houston to Washington is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1220 miles (1967 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Houston to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to Washington at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to Washington?
A bus trip from Houston to Washington generates an estimated 49 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 Houston 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 5627 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Houston 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 Houston to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

12/06

$238

12/07

$222

Today

$218

12/09

$222

12/10

$175

12/11

No data

12/12

$162

12/13

$168

The cheapest trip from Houston, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $162

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

You can expect to pay from $162 to $1,290 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $162 which is on 2025-12-12.

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.