How much is the bus ticket from New Haven to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from New Haven to Washington start at R 324. The average price for this route is around R 1 251. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from New Haven to Washington?

The average bus journey time from New Haven to Washington is 10h 5m, covering a distance of 425 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 48m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the New Haven to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Greyhound , Amtrak , Peter Pan .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Haven to Washington?

The earliest bus departs from New Haven to Washington at 08:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.

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

A bus trip from New Haven to Washington produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from New Haven 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 5696 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from New Haven to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Haven to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus New Haven to Washington from R 608 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from New Haven to Washington on 7 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:10	New Haven	6h 50m	06:00	Union Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:10	New Haven	8h 15m	07:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures from New Haven to Washington on 8 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:10	New Haven Bus Station	10h 50m	19:00	Union Station	Cheapest
	Bus	23:10	New Haven	6h 50m	06:00	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	09:30	New Haven	7h 55m	17:25	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:35	New Haven Bus Station	9h 40m	21:15	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	19:15	New Haven Bus Station	8h 5m	03:20	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from New Haven to Washington on 9 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:10	New Haven Bus Station	11h 35m	19:45	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	Cheapest
	Bus	23:10	New Haven	6h 50m	06:00	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	09:30	New Haven	8h 25m	17:55	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:10	New Haven Bus Station	10h 50m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	19:15	New Haven Bus Station	8h 5m	03:20	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from New Haven to Washington on 10 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	09:30	New Haven	9h 35m	19:05	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	Cheapest
	Bus	23:10	New Haven	6h 50m	06:00	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	09:30	New Haven	8h 25m	17:55	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:10	New Haven Bus Station	10h 50m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	19:15	New Haven Bus Station	8h 5m	03:20	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from New Haven to Washington on 11 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:10	New Haven	6h 50m	06:00	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	09:30	New Haven	8h 25m	17:55	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:10	New Haven Bus Station	10h 50m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	19:15	New Haven Bus Station	8h 5m	03:20	Union Station	No tags
Peter Pan + Peter Pan	Bus	10:55	New Haven	7h 25m	18:20	Washington	No tags

Next departures from New Haven to Washington on 12 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	09:30	New Haven	10h 15m	19:45	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	Cheapest
	Bus	23:10	New Haven	6h 50m	06:00	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	09:30	New Haven	7h 55m	17:25	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:10	New Haven Bus Station	10h 50m	19:00	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	19:15	New Haven Bus Station	8h 5m	03:20	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Haven 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 10 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 324, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day

10h 5mAverage duration

425 kmDistance

11kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 324 - R 3 538	Average duration10h 5m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 702 - R 9 416	Average duration5h 40m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Haven and Washington?

Stops in New Haven

A
Union Station Garage
38 Union Ave, New Haven, CT 06519, USA
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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

FlixBus

3.5/511 955 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11955 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 754

FlixBus New Haven Washington recent customer reviews

Never made it to the bus…the bus was so late that I thought it left me…ran back to the spot to realize it just pulled off. The bus was about 30 minutes late and no update until the end

Reece P.

23 August 2025

Greyhound

3.5/587 489 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 714 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Peter Pan

4/56 414 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi3.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Haven, CT to Washington, DC, US by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from New Haven to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Haven to Washington start at R 324. The average price for this route is around R 1 251. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from New Haven to Washington?
The average bus journey time from New Haven to Washington is 10h 5m, covering a distance of 425 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 5h 48m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the New Haven to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak, Peter Pan.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Haven to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from New Haven to Washington at 08:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Haven to Washington?
A bus trip from New Haven to Washington produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from New Haven 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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Haven to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from New Haven to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Haven to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 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

05/01

R 1 038

06/01

R 734

Today

R 877

08/01

R 726

09/01

R 844

10/01

R 835

11/01

R 878

12/01

R 692

The cheapest trip from New Haven, CT to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 12 Jan 2026 with a price of R 692

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

You can expect to pay from R 692 to R 1 409 for a bus ticket from New Haven, CT to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 692, which is on 2026-01-12.

Usually Greyhound 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.