How much is the bus ticket from Portland to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to Washington start at R 977. The average price for this route is around R 1 373. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Portland to Washington?

The average bus journey time from Portland to Washington is 15h 35m, covering a distance of 776 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 50m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the Portland to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Portland to Washington at 13:45. And the latest bus departs at 13:45.

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

A bus trip from Portland to Washington produces an estimated 19 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 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 5752 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 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.

Bus Portland to Washington from R 974 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Portland to Washington on 3 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:45	City of Portland	17h 40m	07:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	08:30	Portland Transportation Center	9h 23m	17:53	Union Station	Fastest
	13:45	City of Portland	13h 35m	03:20	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:45	City of Portland	15h 35m	05:20	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	No tags
	03:15	Portland Transportation Center	10h 50m	14:05	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Washington on 4 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:45	City of Portland	17h 40m	07:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	08:30	Portland Transportation Center	9h 23m	17:53	Union Station	Fastest
	13:45	City of Portland	13h 35m	03:20	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:45	City of Portland	22h 35m	12:20	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	03:15	Portland Transportation Center	10h 50m	14:05	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Washington on 5 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:45	City of Portland	17h 40m	07:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	08:30	Portland Transportation Center	9h 23m	17:53	Union Station	Fastest
	13:45	City of Portland	13h 35m	03:20	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:45	City of Portland	22h 35m	12:20	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	03:15	Portland Transportation Center	10h 50m	14:05	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Washington on 6 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:45	City of Portland	17h 40m	07:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	08:30	Portland Transportation Center	9h 23m	17:53	Union Station	Fastest
	13:45	City of Portland	13h 35m	03:20	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:45	City of Portland	22h 35m	12:20	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	03:15	Portland Transportation Center	10h 50m	14:05	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Washington on 7 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:45	City of Portland	17h 40m	07:25	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	03:15	Portland Transportation Center	9h 43m	12:58	Union Station	Fastest
	13:45	City of Portland	13h 35m	03:20	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:45	City of Portland	22h 35m	12:20	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
Amtrak + Amtrak Acela	03:15	Portland Transportation Center	9h 43m	12:58	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from Portland to Washington on 9 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:45	City of Portland	13h 35m	03:20	Union Station	Cheapest
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	08:30	Portland Transportation Center	9h 23m	17:53	Union Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:45	City of Portland	22h 35m	12:20	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	03:15	Portland Transportation Center	10h 50m	14:05	Union Station	No tags
Amtrak + NextGen Acela	04:15	Portland Transportation Center	9h 38m	13:53	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Portland 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 15 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 977, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

15h 35mAverage duration

776 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 977 - R 3 585	Average duration15h 35m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 439 - R 8 256	Average duration12h 10m	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Portland and Washington?

Stops in Portland

A
Greyhound Station Portland Maine
389 Congress St, Portland, ME 04102, USA

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
Visit page
C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
Visit page
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

Amtrak

4/55 754 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587 519 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi2.5

Based on 87519 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 977

Greyhound Lines, Inc. Portland Washington recent customer reviews

The bus was extremely late, making my schedule to change. I got out of Boston heading to NYC and it took 4 more hours just to get there. I understand there was traffic, but I would like the company to be able to calculate it a bit better. I was promised to arrive at 9:15 p.m, however I got off at NYC by 1:15 a.m.

Jantsan D.

1 June 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, ME 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 Portland to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Portland to Washington start at R 977. The average price for this route is around R 1 373. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Portland to Washington?
The average bus journey time from Portland to Washington is 15h 35m, covering a distance of 776 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 50m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Portland to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Portland to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Portland to Washington at 13:45. And the latest bus departs at 13:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Portland to Washington?
A bus trip from Portland to Washington produces an estimated 19 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 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 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Portland to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 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.

Best price found

31/01

R 3 352

01/02

R 4 293

Today

R 1 378

03/02

R 1 263

04/02

R 1 263

05/02

R 1 263

06/02

R 1 263

07/02

R 1 263

The cheapest trip from Portland, ME to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 03 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 263

To 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 R 1 263 to R 14 793 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 R 1 263, which is on 2026-02-03.

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.