How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Newark?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Newark start from $19. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Washington to Newark?

The average bus trip duration from Washington to Newark is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 198 miles (319 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.

Which bus companies service the Washington to Newark route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound , Peter Pan , Amtrak , OurBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Newark at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Newark generates an estimated 8 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 Washington to Newark?

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 Washington to Newark?

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

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan , with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Bus Washington to Newark from $18 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Washington to Newark on December 3
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:55pm	Washington	6h 15m	8:10pm	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
3:20am	Union Station	3h 40m	7:00am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	Fastest
3:20am	Union Station	3h 45m	7:05am	Penn Station	No tags
7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	4h 10m	11:40am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
1:05am	Union Station	4h 20m	5:25am	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Newark on December 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:00am	Washington	6h	7:00am	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
3:20am	Union Station	3h 40m	7:00am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	Fastest
3:20am	Union Station	3h 45m	7:05am	Penn Station	No tags
7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	4h 10m	11:40am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
1:05am	Union Station	4h 20m	5:25am	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Newark on December 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
10:40am	Washington	6h 50m	5:30pm	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
3:20am	Union Station	3h 40m	7:00am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	Fastest
3:20am	Union Station	3h 45m	7:05am	Penn Station	No tags
7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	4h 10m	11:40am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
12:45am	Union Station	4h 25m	5:10am	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Newark on December 6
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	10:40am	Washington	6h 50m	5:30pm	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
	6:30pm	Union Station	3h 55m	10:25pm	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	4h 10m	11:40am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
	12:45am	Union Station	4h 25m	5:10am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:30pm	Union Station	4h 35m	12:05am	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Newark on December 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:05pm	Union Station	4h	1:05am	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
	6:30pm	Union Station	3h 55m	10:25pm	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	4h 10m	11:40am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
	12:45am	Union Station	4h 25m	5:10am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:30pm	Union Station	4h 35m	12:05am	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Newark on December 8
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
8:00am	Washington	5h 50m	1:50pm	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
3:20am	Union Station	3h 40m	7:00am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	Fastest
3:20am	Union Station	3h 45m	7:05am	Penn Station	No tags
7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	4h 10m	11:40am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
12:45am	Union Station	4h 25m	5:10am	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Newark on December 9
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:00am	Washington	6h 10m	9:10am	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
3:20am	Union Station	3h 40m	7:00am	EWR Airport - AirTrain P4	Fastest
3:20am	Union Station	3h 45m	7:05am	Penn Station	No tags
7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	4h 10m	11:40am	Newark Penn Station	No tags
12:45am	Union Station	4h 25m	5:10am	Newark Penn Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 5 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

37bus per day

5h 5mAverage Duration

198 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$19 - $115	Average Duration5h 5m	CO₂ emissions 8kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$19 - $548	Average Duration3h 1m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Newark?

Stops in Washington

A
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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B
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, 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

Stops in Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Customers express dissatisfaction with the service, specifically mentioning delays and late arrivals. These issues seem to be consistent across multiple reviews. Additionally, one review mentions poor bus maintenance as a possible factor for the negative experience.

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Washington Newark recent customer reviews

Demora a la hora de salida, el horario programado era a las 6:45 am y salimos 8:20 am

Dunia Marcela R.

June 27, 2024

The bus was late, then it was full without space for everybody, the bus that was supposed to leave at 12:20am ended up leaving at 2am

Letícia G.

May 18, 2024

My trip at 8. 30 was been delayed. It's was been absolutely stupid. Because I paid extra 100$ for founding another bus to airport newark. And your company not return money for ticket ( 65$)

Nataliia K.

October 8, 2023

Peter Pan

4/56,354 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

Amtrak

4/55,619 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Users have praised the train service for its cleanliness, punctuality, and overall smooth journey. Many found it to be fast and relaxing. However, some mentioned that stops were not announced on the PA system and there was no air conditioning in certain cars, which caused discomfort during their trips.

Amtrak Washington Newark recent customer reviews

Smooth journey overall but did not announce my stop on the PA system, causing me to miss it.

Aleyna A.

August 16, 2024

First ever, it was a very good experience except the dismount. There was/is no guidance on the duration of stop at Newark - our destination. As a result, before we would dismount alongside accompanying kids, the train left for New York Station. That added a lot of distress and increased the travel time by over one hour.

Fakhera I.

July 2, 2024

There was no air conditioning in the quiet car. This made the trip a bit uncomfortable.

Cathleen M.

July 24, 2022

OurBus

4/53,167 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

According to customer reviews, the bus service received positive feedback for its efficiency and helpful staff. However, there were complaints about unclear information during the booking process regarding transfers from a bus to a van. Additionally, delays occurred due to late departures and extended stops at each stop along the route. Despite these issues mentioned in multiple reviews, overall satisfaction with the service remains high.

OurBus Washington Newark recent customer reviews

Bus arrived on time but we left 20 min late. Bus sat at each stop for several minutes and we arrived late at each stop so no idea why we waited.

Shawtanet M.

November 27, 2022

It was extremely unclear in the booking process that we would be switching from a bus to a van. If there are transfers in the itinerary, it should be extremely clear in the booking process. Second, the driver was not given an updated list of passengers, which delayed the start of the trip.

James B.

November 24, 2022

Absolutely great service; clean. Driver was professionally . I just wish that route was more frequent

Samantha B.

January 19, 2020

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Newark, NJ 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 Washington to Newark?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Newark start from $19. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Washington to Newark?
The average bus trip duration from Washington to Newark is 5h 5m, covering a distance of 198 miles (319 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Newark route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Peter Pan, Amtrak, OurBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Newark?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Newark at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Newark?
A bus trip from Washington to Newark generates an estimated 8 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 Washington to Newark?
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 Washington to Newark?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Washington to Newark?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Newark?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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

11/29

$69

11/30

$131

Today

$37

12/02

$33

12/03

$33

12/04

$35

12/05

$41

12/06

$35

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $33

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 Newark, NJ, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $33 to $195 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $33 which is on 2025-12-02.

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.