How much is the bus ticket from San Antonio to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Antonio to Washington start from $162. The average price for this route is around $340. 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 San Antonio to Washington?

The average bus travel time from San Antonio to Washington is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 2228 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the San Antonio to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Valley Transit , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Antonio to Washington?

The earliest bus departs from San Antonio to Washington at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15pm.

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

A bus trip from San Antonio to Washington generates an estimated 56 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 San Antonio to Washington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Valley Transit has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Antonio to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 San Antonio to Washington?

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 San Antonio to Washington from $202 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Antonio to Washington on January 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 12h	10:20am	Union Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 12h	11:05pm	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 14h	4:25pm	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	2d 9h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 15h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Washington on January 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:30pm	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 15h	5:35am	Union Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 12h	11:05pm	Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 14h	10:20am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	2d 16h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:45am	Pearl District	1d 22h	6:45am	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Washington on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:35am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 16h	12:50am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 14h	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 14h	4:25pm	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	2d 9h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	Bus	7:35am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 14h	11:05pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Washington on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	7:35am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 16h	12:50am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 12h	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 14h	4:25pm	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:35am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 13h	10:15pm	Union Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	2d 14h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Washington on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 11h	10:15pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	1:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 14h	4:25pm	Union Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 12h	10:20am	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	2d 3h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	2d 14h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Washington on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:45am	Pearl District	1d 22h	6:45am	Union Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 11h	10:15pm	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 14h	4:25pm	Union Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 12h	10:20am	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	2d 3h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to Washington on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:45am	Pearl District	2d 11h	7:45pm	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 11h	10:15pm	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 14h	4:25pm	Union Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	1d 12h	10:20am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:35pm	San Antonio Bus Station	2d 3h	4:50pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio 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 1 day, 22 hours, and with fares starting at just $162, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

19bus per day

1d 22hAverage Duration

2228 kmDistance

56kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$162 - $890	Average Duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 56kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$291 - $2,952	Average Duration2d 6h	CO₂ emissions 203kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Antonio and Washington?

Stops in San Antonio

A
San Antonio Bus Station
500 N St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA
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B
Tornado I-35
7914 Interstate 35 Access Rd, San Antonio, TX 78224, USA
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C
4407 S PanAm Expy #101
4407 S PanAm Expy #101, San Antonio, TX 78225, USA
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D
San Antonio, TX
165 Bowie St, San Antonio, 78205
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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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,516 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Valley Transit

3/539 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3

Wifi2.8

FlixBus

3.5/512,141 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Antonio, 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 San Antonio to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Antonio to Washington start from $162. The average price for this route is around $340. 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 San Antonio to Washington?
The average bus travel time from San Antonio to Washington is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 2228 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Antonio to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 19 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Valley Transit, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Antonio to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from San Antonio to Washington at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Antonio to Washington?
A bus trip from San Antonio to Washington generates an estimated 56 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 San Antonio to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Antonio to Washington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Valley Transit has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.8.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Antonio to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 San Antonio to Washington?
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

01-22

$313

01-23

$315

Today

$308

01-25

$250

01-26

$238

01-27

$309

01-28

$309

01-29

$214

The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 29, 2026 with a price of $214

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

You can expect to pay from $214 to $518 for a bus ticket from San Antonio, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $214 which is on 2026-01-29.