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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | City of Portland | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | Cheapest | |||||
Amtrak + NextGen Acela | Portland Transportation Center | Union Station | Fastest | |||||
| City of Portland | Union Station | No tags | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | City of Portland | Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave | No tags | |||||
 | Portland Transportation Center | Union Station | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 15 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Portland and Washington?
Stops in Washington
- A6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
- B1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
- C663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, ME 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 Portland to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to Washington start from $81. The average price for this route is around $118. 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 Portland to Washington?
The average bus travel time from Portland to Washington is 15h 35m, covering a distance of 776 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Portland to Washington route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Portland to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Portland to Washington at 1:45pm. And the latest bus departs at 1:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Portland to Washington?
A bus trip from Portland to Washington generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Portland 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 5733 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Portland to Washington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Portland to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Portland 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 Portland, ME to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 25, 2026 with a price of $74To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Portland, ME to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $74 to $1,270 for a bus ticket from Portland, ME to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $74 which is on 2026-01-25.
What's the cheapest way to go from Portland, ME to Washington, DC, US?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
