How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Denver?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Denver start from $189. The average price for this route is around $460. 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 Denver?

The average bus travel time from Washington to Denver is 2d 1h, covering a distance of 2401 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Denver route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Denver at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Denver generates an estimated 60 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 Washington to Denver?

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 87435 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

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 Washington to Denver?

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 Denver from $191 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to Denver on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:25pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d 18h	8:15am	DENVER	Cheapest
	Bus	5:35pm	Union Station	1d 16h	8:15am	DENVER	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:45pm	Union Station	2d 12h	8:45am	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:30am	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	2d 1h	8:15am	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	2d 1h	8:15am	DENVER	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Denver on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:10pm	Union Station	2d 12h	8:45am	DENVER	Cheapest
	Bus	5:35pm	Union Station	1d 16h	8:15am	DENVER	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:30am	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	2d 1h	8:15am	DENVER	No tags
	Bus	3:25pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d 18h	8:15am	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	2d 1h	8:15am	DENVER	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Denver on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:05am	Dupont Circle	2d 23h	7:50am	DENVER	Cheapest
	Bus	5:35pm	Union Station	1d 16h	8:15am	DENVER	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:10pm	Union Station	2d 12h	8:45am	DENVER	No tags
	Bus	3:25pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d 18h	8:15am	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:30am	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	2d 1h	8:15am	DENVER	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Denver on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	2d 1h	8:15am	DENVER	Cheapest
	Bus	5:35pm	Union Station	1d 16h	8:15am	DENVER	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:45pm	Union Station	2d 12h	8:45am	DENVER	No tags
	Bus	4:50am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	2d 5h	7:50am	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:30am	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	2d 1h	8:15am	DENVER	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Denver on January 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:45pm	Union Station	2d 12h	8:45am	DENVER	Cheapest
	Bus	5:35pm	Union Station	1d 16h	8:15am	DENVER	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:30am	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	2d 1h	8:15am	DENVER	No tags
	Bus	4:50am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	2d 5h	7:50am	DENVER	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	2d 1h	8:15am	DENVER	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Denver

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Denver. The journey takes about 2 days, 1 hour 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $189, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

2d 1hAverage Duration

2401 kmDistance

60kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$189 - $838	Average Duration2d 1h	CO₂ emissions 60kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$243 - $1,143	Average Duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 218kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Denver?

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 Denver

A
Union Station
1701 Wynkoop St, Denver, CO 80202
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B
Bus Station
1055 19th St, Denver, CO 80202

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,456 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,774 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 Washington, DC, US to Denver 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 Denver?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Denver start from $189. The average price for this route is around $460. 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 Denver?
The average bus travel time from Washington to Denver is 2d 1h, covering a distance of 2401 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Denver route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Washington to Denver?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Denver at 8:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Denver?
A bus trip from Washington to Denver generates an estimated 60 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 Washington to Denver?
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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Denver?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Washington to Denver?
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 Washington to Denver?
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

12-26

$561

12-27

$479

Today

$425

12-29

$430

12-30

$385

12-31

$381

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Denver was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $381

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 Denver, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $381 to $566 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Denver based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $381 which is on 2025-12-31.