How much does a bus ticket from Washington to Cleveland cost?

The bus ticket price from Washington to Cleveland starts at US$41. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Washington to Cleveland 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!

How long is the bus ride from Washington to Cleveland?

The average travel time between Washington and Cleveland is around 16h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 491 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Washington and Cleveland?

The number of buses from Washington to Cleveland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Washington to Cleveland by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Washington to Cleveland?

When taking the bus from Washington to Cleveland, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Washington to Cleveland?

Buses travelling between Washington and Cleveland leave from Union Station or Dupont Circle and arrive at Greyhound Station.

Bus Washington to Cleveland from US$34 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Washington to Cleveland on 2 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:35	Union Station	9h 40m	03:15	Cleveland Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	18:30	Union Station	16h 30m	11:00	Cleveland Bus Station	No tags
	14:00	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	13h 15m	03:15	Cleveland Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Cleveland on 3 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	17:35	Union Station	9h 40m	03:15	Cleveland Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	03:20	Union Station	1d	03:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
	01:00	Union Station	10h 5m	11:05	Cleveland Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	18:30	Union Station	16h 30m	11:00	Cleveland Bus Station	No tags
	03:20	Union Station	1d	03:53	Amtrak Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Cleveland on 4 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:00	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	13h 15m	03:15	Cleveland Bus Station	Cheapest
	17:35	Union Station	9h 40m	03:15	Cleveland Bus Station	Fastest
	03:20	Union Station	1d	03:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
	01:00	Union Station	10h 5m	11:05	Cleveland Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	18:30	Union Station	16h 30m	11:00	Cleveland Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Cleveland on 5 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	14:00	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	13h 15m	03:15	Cleveland Bus Station	Cheapest
	17:35	Union Station	9h 40m	03:15	Cleveland Bus Station	Fastest
	03:20	Union Station	1d	03:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
	01:00	Union Station	10h 5m	11:05	Cleveland Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	18:30	Union Station	16h 30m	11:00	Cleveland Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Cleveland on 6 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	01:00	Union Station	10h 5m	11:05	Cleveland Bus Station	Cheapest
	17:35	Union Station	9h 40m	03:15	Cleveland Bus Station	Fastest
	03:20	Union Station	1d	03:53	Amtrak Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	18:30	Union Station	16h 30m	11:00	Cleveland Bus Station	No tags
	14:00	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	13h 15m	03:15	Cleveland Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 4:55 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Cleveland

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cleveland. The journey takes about 16 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

16h 30mAverage duration

492 kmDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$41 - US$265	Average duration16h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$52 - US$1 357	Average duration16h 28m	CO₂ emissions 45kg CO₂e

Bus Washington, DC, US to Cleveland, OH, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$61

Average bus trip duration16h 30m

Number of daily buses7

Earliest bus departure01:00

Distance492 km

Latest bus departure23:59

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 346 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87346 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. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$41

Greyhound Washington Cleveland recent customer reviews

Well, this trip was everything bit smooth. We had people on board who had to join to our bus, because they were left at the station due to the previous bus never came. When I asked the driver two times about the waiting lines, he told me whitch one I should join, so I waited there. Turned out that I’m in the wrong line, and could get on board - and nobody told me that, just I was that curious to ask questions again. On the bus there was a massive weed smell (I’m a non smoker, so that was very disturbing), I thing someone used the wape on board. Also the seats, the bottom of the bus, and the windows were DISGUSTING (I’m not talking about dust, but white spots on my seat, dandruff at the head area, and some weird white spashing on the window). I felt very uncomfortable during the trip, even after I tried to disinfect everything around me. Not to mention that we had to get off from the bus, but could’nt stay outside in the fresh air, we had to go inside another building. So, that 10 hour trip was a disaster and a disappointment.

Sara P.

6 December 2023

I wish the bus driver had less personality at 3 4 and 5 am,- really wanted to sleep

Valeriya D.

18 December 2018

The buses were quite dirty and poorly maintained. While the staff was courteous, polite, and efficient, the buses themselves were of poor quality.

Anish P.

22 November 2016

Amtrak

4/55 562 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 153 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, Sindbad, Infobus, Gontijo, Rider Express

Washington to Cleveland Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Washington and Cleveland?

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Stops in Cleveland

A - Greyhound Station

Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Cleveland, OH, US

How much does a bus ticket from Washington to Cleveland cost?
The bus ticket price from Washington to Cleveland starts at US$41. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Washington to Cleveland 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!
How long is the bus ride from Washington to Cleveland?
The average travel time between Washington and Cleveland is around 16h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 8h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 491 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Washington and Cleveland?
The number of buses from Washington to Cleveland can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 7 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Washington to Cleveland by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Washington to Cleveland?
When taking the bus from Washington to Cleveland, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Washington to Cleveland?
Buses travelling between Washington and Cleveland leave from Union Station or Dupont Circle and arrive at Greyhound Station.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

31/10

US$52

01/11

US$37

Today

US$52

03/11

US$55

04/11

US$35

05/11

US$37

06/11

US$49

07/11

US$50

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Cleveland, OH, US was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$35

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 Cleveland, OH, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$35 to US$1 212 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Cleveland, OH, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$35, which is on 2025-11-04.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Washington and Cleveland!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Washington to Cleveland.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Washington to Cleveland will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Washington to Cleveland while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

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One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Cleveland, OH, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time16h 30m	Avg priceUS$61	Daily departures7
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time16h 28m	Avg priceUS$178	Daily departures2

Will you be returning to Washington, DC, US by bus?

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