How much is the bus ticket from Ithaca to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Ithaca to Washington start from $61. The average price for this route is around $84. 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 Ithaca to Washington?

The average bus trip duration from Ithaca to Washington is 12h 10m, covering a distance of 242 miles (389 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 10m and is operated by OurBus .

Which bus companies service the Ithaca to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , OurBus , New York Trailways .

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

The earliest bus departs from Ithaca to Washington at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

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

A bus trip from Ithaca to Washington generates an estimated 10 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 Ithaca to Washington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3188 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OurBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ithaca to Washington?

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

Bus Ithaca to Washington from $54 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Ithaca to Washington on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15pm	Ithaca	12h 10m	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	Bus	7:15pm	Ithaca	10h 45m	6:00am	Union Station	Fastest
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	11:25am	Green Street	12h 55m	12:20am	Washington	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	11:25am	Green Street	12h 5m	11:30pm	Washington	No tags

Next departures for Ithaca to Washington on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:00pm	Ithaca	11h 50m	12:50am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:00pm	Ithaca	10h 45m	11:45pm	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	4:35pm	Ithaca	12h 10m	4:45am	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00am	130 E Seneca St	11h 10m	10:10pm	Stadium-Armory Metro	No tags
Adirondack Trailways + Peter Pan	Bus	11:25am	Green Street	12h 55m	12:20am	Washington	No tags

Next departures for Ithaca to Washington on February 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	4:35pm	Ithaca	12h 10m	4:45am	Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:00am	Ithaca	10h	7:00pm	Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:00pm	Ithaca	10h 45m	11:45pm	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	7:15pm	Ithaca	10h 45m	6:00am	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00am	130 E Seneca St	11h 10m	10:10pm	Stadium-Armory Metro	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:05 AM EST.

Get from Ithaca to Washington

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 12 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

12h 10mAverage Duration

242 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Ithaca and Washington?

Stops in Ithaca

A
Green Street
131 E Green Street, Ithaca, NY 14850, USA
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B
Greyhound Station
710 West State St, Ithaca, NY 14850
C
108 Jessup Rd
108 Jessup Road, Cayuga Heights, NY 14850, 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

FlixBus

3.5/512,156 reviews

Staff4.1

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.

OurBus

4/53,188 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3

With about 1 daily trips between Ithaca and Washington, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

OurBus Ithaca Washington recent customer reviews

Wi fi poor Driver excellent

John J.

November 21, 2018

New York Trailways

4/54,431 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.2

Trailways is a network of over 70 bus companies that focus on providing quality bus rides at affordable prices all over the US since 1936. Among the most famous affiliates are Trailways of New York, Pine Hill Trailways, Adirondack Trailways and Burlington Trailways. Trailways buses have WiFi, power outlets, bathrooms, air conditioning, overhead lighting, and reclinable seats with footrests. You can find two different types of Trailway fares: saver and flexible. Saver tickets are non-refundable, while flexible tickets are fully reimbursed up to one hour before travel time. If you're traveling with them, don't forget to print your boarding pass and show a valid photo ID to board the bus.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ithaca, 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 Ithaca to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ithaca to Washington start from $61. The average price for this route is around $84. 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 Ithaca to Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Ithaca to Washington is 12h 10m, covering a distance of 242 miles (389 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 10m and is operated by OurBus.
Which bus companies service the Ithaca to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, OurBus, New York Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ithaca to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Ithaca to Washington at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ithaca to Washington?
A bus trip from Ithaca to Washington generates an estimated 10 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 Ithaca to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is OurBus, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 3188 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ithaca to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company New York Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.1.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Ithaca to Washington?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is OurBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ithaca to Washington?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is New York Trailways, 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

01/24

$75

01/25

$59

Today

$80

01/27

$113

01/28

No data

01/29

$63

01/30

$59

01/31

$57

The cheapest trip from Ithaca, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $57

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

You can expect to pay from $57 to $113 for a bus ticket from Ithaca, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $57 which is on 2026-01-31.

Usually OurBus 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.