Find coaches from Washington, DC, US to Amherst, VA, US

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Next departures from Washington to Amherst on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Virginia Breeze
    		Washington Bus Station
    		Amherst S Main StNo tags
    Virginia Breeze
      		Dulles Airport
      		Amherst S Main StNo tags
      Virginia Breeze
        		Washington Bus Station
        		Amherst S Main StNo tags
        Virginia Breeze
          		Dulles Airport
          		Amherst S Main StNo tags
          Virginia Breeze
            		Washington Bus Station
            		Amherst S Main StNo tags

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            Get from Washington to Amherst

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            2bus per day
            3h 20mAverage duration
            231 kmDistance
            6kgCO₂ emissions

            Bus Washington, DC, US to Amherst, VA, US: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$44
            Average bus trip duration3h 20m
            Number of daily buses2
            Earliest bus departure10:05
            Distance231 km
            Latest bus departure10:50

            Washington to Amherst Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Amherst, VA, US

            1. How much does a bus ticket from Washington to Amherst cost?

              The bus ticket price from Washington to Amherst starts at US$44. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Washington to Amherst is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the bus ride from Washington to Amherst?

              The average travel time between Washington and Amherst is around 3h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 3h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 229 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between Washington and Amherst?

              The number of buses from Washington to Amherst can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Washington to Amherst by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from Washington to Amherst?

              When taking the bus from Washington to Amherst, you can travel comfortably and safely with Virginia Breeze, Megabus.

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            Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Amherst, VA, US was searched and found on 07 Nov 2025 with a price of US$41

            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 Amherst, VA, US as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from US$41 to US$43 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Amherst, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$41, which is on 2025-11-07.

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