According to customer reviews, Amtrak provided great service. However, the third-party bus company that operates between Virginia Beach and Richmond had major issues. The bus never showed up and the driver was unreachable. There were also complaints about a mistake or miscommunication regarding the bus from Virginia Beach to Norfolk, as Park Ave 20th St does not exist. This caused customers to wait for a non-existent bus and have to drive an additional 25 minutes to reach the train station.
Amtrak Virginia Beach Washington recent customer reviews
There is a mistake or miscommunication with the bus from Virginia Beach to Norfolk because Park Ave 20th St doesn't exist. We were waiting for the bus that never arrive for us. We have to drive 25 min more to the train station.
4 out of 5 stars
Muhammad A.
Amtrak was great, but the third party bus company sucked
The bus between VA Beach and Richmond never showed and the driver remained unreachable
1 out of 5 stars
Kieran H.
Could not find bus stop that would have lead me to the Amtrak station
Based on 650 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Wanda Coach ticket prices on this trip start at £40
Wanda Coach Virginia Beach Washington recent customer reviews
Due to congestion on the highway (road work along the way), the bus was late for half an hour. Otherwise, we might have arrived on time. The driver was helpful and nice. Some passengers were a bit noisy, one was singing time to time in a low voice and snapping fingers, the other one talking on the phone. In general, the trip was good, seats were quite comfortable, shades and belts working
4 out of 5 stars
Aigerim M.
The bus was dirty ,the bathroom impossible to get in was smelling and dirty The driver was speaking in the phone all the time ,acelarating and using the brakes
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Virginia Beach to Washington, DC, US
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Virginia Beach to Washington?
The cheapest coach tickets from Virginia Beach to Washington start from £40. The average price for this route is around £40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Virginia Beach to Washington?
The average bus journey time from Virginia Beach to Washington is 4h 20m, covering a distance of 147 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 15m and is operated by Wanda Coach.
Which bus companies service the Virginia Beach to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Wanda Coach.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Virginia Beach to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Virginia Beach to Washington at 09:10. And the latest bus departs at 22:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Virginia Beach to Washington?
A bus journey from Virginia Beach to Washington produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Virginia Beach 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.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Virginia Beach to Washington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach 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.
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The cheapest trip from Virginia Beach to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £35
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Virginia Beach to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £35 to £146 for a bus ticket from Virginia Beach to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £35, which is on 2025-11-30.
Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.