How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Scranton?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Scranton start from $37. The average price for this route is around $87. 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 Scranton?

The average bus trip duration from Washington to Scranton is 9h 50m, covering a distance of 187 miles (301 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 45m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Scranton route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Scranton at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Scranton 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 Scranton?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

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

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 Washington to Scranton?

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 Washington to Scranton?

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.

Bus Washington to Scranton from $53 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to Scranton on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	9h 15m	4:45pm	Scranton	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:30pm	Union Station	7h 15m	2:45am	Scranton	Fastest
	Bus	9:00am	Union Station	7h 45m	4:45pm	Scranton	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	Union Station	9h	8:30am	Scranton Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:00pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	10h 45m	12:45am	Scranton	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Scranton on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	9h 15m	4:45pm	Scranton	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:30pm	Union Station	7h 15m	2:45am	Scranton	Fastest
	Bus	12:45am	Union Station	9h 50m	10:35am	Scranton	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:10am	Union Station	9h 10m	11:20am	Scranton	No tags
	Bus	11:30pm	Union Station	9h	8:30am	Scranton Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:54 AM EST.

Get from Washington to Scranton

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

9h 50mAverage Duration

187 milesDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Scranton?

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

Stops in Scranton

A
Scranton Bus Station
23 Lackawanna Ave, Scranton, PA 18503, USA

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,472 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.

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Scranton 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 Scranton?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Scranton start from $37. The average price for this route is around $87. 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 Scranton?
The average bus trip duration from Washington to Scranton is 9h 50m, covering a distance of 187 miles (301 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 45m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Scranton route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Scranton?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Scranton at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Scranton?
A bus trip from Washington to Scranton 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 Scranton?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Scranton?
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 Washington to Scranton?
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 Washington to Scranton?
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.

Best price found

11/27

$86

11/28

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Today

$102

11/30

$188

12/01

$65

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Scranton was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $65

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 Scranton, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $65 to $242 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Scranton based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $65 which is on 2025-12-01.