Bus from Harrisburg to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Harrisburg to Washington on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
OurBusBus
Harrisburg, PA
Stadium-Armory MetroNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Harrisburg Bus Station
Union StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Harrisburg Bus Station
Springfield Bus Stop, VANo tags
GreyhoundBus
Harrisburg Bus Station
Union StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Harrisburg Bus Station
Union StationNo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Harrisburg to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 3 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
3h 15mAverage Duration
153 kmDistance
4kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$37 - $113Average Duration3h 15m
4kg CO₂e
Average Price$62 - $971Average Duration4h 33m
14kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Harrisburg 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Harrisburg to Washington?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Harrisburg to Washington start from $37. The average price for this route is around $46. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Harrisburg to Washington?

    The average bus travel time from Harrisburg to Washington is 3h 15m, covering a distance of 153 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 40m and is operated by OurBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Harrisburg to Washington route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, OurBus, FlixBus, Amtrak.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Harrisburg to Washington?

    The earliest bus departs from Harrisburg to Washington at 12:30pm. And the latest bus departs at 5:15pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Harrisburg to Washington?

    A bus trip from Harrisburg to Washington generates an estimated 4 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Harrisburg 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.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Harrisburg to Washington?

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Harrisburg to Washington?

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

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Harrisburg 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
11-25
$91
11-26
$110
Today
$64
11-28
$44
11-29
$43
11-30
$67
12-01
$40
12-02
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Harrisburg to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $40

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

You can expect to pay from $40 to $110 for a bus ticket from Harrisburg to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2025-12-01.

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