Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) | Union Station | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Reading (BARTA Transportation Center) | Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave | No tags |
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Get from Reading to Washington
The journey takes about 9 hours and with fares starting at just $48, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Reading, 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 Reading to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Reading to Washington start from $48. The average price for this route is around $70. 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 Reading to Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Reading to Washington is 9h, covering a distance of 115 miles (185 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 36m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Reading to Washington route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Reading to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Reading to Washington at 5:20am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Reading to Washington?
A bus trip from Reading to Washington generates an estimated 5 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 Reading 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.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Reading 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 Reading 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 Reading 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.
The cheapest trip from Reading, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $70To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Reading, US to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $70 to $113 for a bus ticket from Reading, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $72 which is on 2025-12-01.
