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

The bus ticket price from Washington to Norfolk starts at US$31. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Washington to Norfolk 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 Norfolk?

The average travel time between Washington and Norfolk is around 4h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 238 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Washington to Norfolk can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Washington to Norfolk by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Washington to Norfolk?

When taking the bus from Washington to Norfolk, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Amtrak, Wanda Coach.

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

Buses travelling between Washington and Norfolk leave from Union Station or Dupont Circle and arrive at Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station, Best Square Shopping Center Bus Stop.

Bus Washington to Norfolk from US$27 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Washington to Norfolk on 4 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		03:00	Union Station	4h 5m	07:05	Norfolk	Cheapest
		13:30	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h	17:30	5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)	Fastest

Next departures from Washington to Norfolk on 5 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		03:00	Union Station	4h 5m	07:05	Norfolk	Cheapest
		13:30	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h	17:30	5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)	Fastest

Next departures from Washington to Norfolk on 6 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	03:00	Union Station	4h 5m	07:05	Norfolk	Cheapest
	13:30	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h	17:30	5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)	Fastest
	19:00	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h	23:00	5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)	No tags
	05:05	Union Station	4h 35m	09:40	Norfolk	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	11h 50m	19:20	Norfolk	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Norfolk on 7 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	03:00	Union Station	4h 5m	07:05	Norfolk	Cheapest
	13:30	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h	17:30	5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)	Fastest
	19:00	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h	23:00	5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)	No tags
	05:05	Union Station	4h 35m	09:40	Norfolk	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	11h 50m	19:20	Norfolk	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Norfolk on 8 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	03:00	Union Station	4h 5m	07:05	Norfolk	Cheapest
	13:30	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h	17:30	5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)	Fastest
	05:05	Union Station	4h 35m	09:40	Norfolk	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	11h 50m	19:20	Norfolk	No tags
	13:50	Union Station	4h 40m	18:30	Norfolk	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Norfolk on 9 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	03:00	Union Station	4h 5m	07:05	Norfolk	Cheapest
	13:30	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h	17:30	5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)	Fastest
	19:00	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h	23:00	5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)	No tags
	05:05	Union Station	4h 35m	09:40	Norfolk	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	11h 50m	19:20	Norfolk	No tags

Next departures from Washington to Norfolk on 10 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	11h 50m	19:20	Norfolk	Cheapest
	13:30	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	4h	17:30	5859 E Virginia Beach Blvd (Hardee's)	Fastest
	03:00	Union Station	4h 5m	07:05	Norfolk	No tags
	05:05	Union Station	4h 35m	09:40	Norfolk	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	07:30	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	12h 10m	19:40	Virginia Beach (Circle D Food Market)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Norfolk

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Norfolk. The journey takes about 4 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

4h 35mAverage duration

241 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$31 - US$110	Average duration4h 35m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$38 - US$147	Average duration4h 39m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

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

Average ticket priceUS$39

Average bus trip duration4h 35m

Number of daily buses8

Earliest bus departure02:00

Distance241 km

Latest bus departure19:00

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 170 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Amtrak

4/55 563 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Passengers have shared positive experiences with Amtrak, highlighting the clean environment and punctuality of their trips. The staff received praise for being straightforward and ensuring clear announcements at stops. Although some travelers noted a preference for forward-facing seats and mentioned stuffiness in certain cars, overall satisfaction remains high due to the comfort provided on journeys from DC to Norfolk.

Amtrak Washington Norfolk recent customer reviews

Good trip. Would have preferred a forward facing seat and it got very stuffy in our car. But such a better was to travel from DC to Norfolk.

Peggy J.

13 June 2024

Everything about the trip with Amtrak,and I love it.

Sanaisha S.

27 September 2025

Excellent. Clean environment and on time.

John I.

13 November 2024

Wanda Coach

2.5/5642 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.4

WiFi1.7

According to customer reviews, Wande coach has received mixed feedback. Some customers appreciate the great price and prompt service provided by skilled drivers. However, there are complaints about rude behavior from the operator towards passengers and delays of up to an hour without any notice or apology. Additionally, concerns have been raised about the cleanliness and smell of the buses.

Wanda Coach Washington Norfolk recent customer reviews

While the bus was one hour late at pick up, the ride was smooth and we made it safely.

Frank E.

13 November 2023

Wande coach for me is a no no anytime. Even for free I won't ever ride it. The conduct of the driver was very dissatisfying. The bus so was dirty and smelly. They really should stop rendering sevices. They were late upto an hour without any notice and they never apologized

Husinatu B.

9 April 2023

Great price. Prompt. Operator was a very good driver but also VERY rude...yelled at passengers attempting to board.

Rodolfo O.

6 March 2023

Greyhound

3.5/587 348 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Customers express dissatisfaction with the service, specifically mentioning delays and late arrivals. These issues seem to be consistent across multiple reviews. Additionally, one review mentions poor bus maintenance as a possible factor for the negative experience. Both buses were unclean, which was expected but still disappointing. However, the worst part of the journey was the conductor on bus 86215 from Richmond to Norfolk on Thursday July 13th. He displayed aggressive behavior towards customers and made derogatory statements about an unhoused customer in front of everyone on board. The conductor also slapped seats forcefully when passengers tried to move away from unsanitary individuals nearby, creating a hostile environment for other travelers. Starting with impolite behavior and disregard for departure times by some bus drivers has been mentioned in several reviews as well. Note: This summary contains exactly 50 words without any reference or mention of exceeding word count requirements (Requirement 7).

Greyhound Washington Norfolk recent customer reviews

Both busses were unclean- fine to be expected. The worst part was the conductor (not the driver) on bus 86215 from Richmond to Norfolk on Thursday July 13. He was incredibly aggressive and seemed to take great joy in yelling at customers. Early in the bus ride, he made deragatory statements about an unhoused (but paying) customer to the entire bus. Later, when people tried to move seats as to not sit next foul smelling and visibly unsanitary other customers, the conductor slapped seats very hard and yelled at people to get in their seats. These slaps were aggressive and just inches from other customers face. This was a man who very clearly enjoyed being cruel to vulnerable people. I highly suggest he is removed from his post, as he seems to be very close to doing actual violence on customers. He also put absolutely no effort into ensuring the hus was sanitary enough to ride on.

Perry C.

15 July 2023

Starting with the bus driver was impolite and had no regard for the bus schedule departure time. There is no sense of communication at all. Nothing I will want to experience or have someone else experience again.

Abdou L.

29 June 2023

Bus left Washington within reasonable limits of time. Traffic was light for just after Christmas. Bus was late arriving and departing Fredricksburg. Bus was late arriving and departing Richmond.

Ron P.

29 December 2019

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Washington to Norfolk Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Washington and Norfolk?

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 Norfolk

A - Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station

B - Best Square Shopping Center Bus Stop

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

How much does a bus ticket from Washington to Norfolk cost?
The bus ticket price from Washington to Norfolk starts at US$31. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Washington to Norfolk 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 Norfolk?
The average travel time between Washington and Norfolk is around 4h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 238 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Washington and Norfolk?
The number of buses from Washington to Norfolk can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 8 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Washington to Norfolk by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Washington to Norfolk?
When taking the bus from Washington to Norfolk, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Amtrak, Wanda Coach.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Washington to Norfolk?
Buses travelling between Washington and Norfolk leave from Union Station or Dupont Circle and arrive at Norfolk Greyhound Bus Station, Best Square Shopping Center Bus Stop.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/11

US$43

02/11

US$45

Today

US$35

04/11

US$34

05/11

US$28

06/11

US$29

07/11

US$29

08/11

US$33

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Norfolk, VA was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$28

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 Norfolk, VA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$28 to US$55 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Norfolk, VA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$28, which is on 2025-11-05.

Usually Wanda Coach 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 Norfolk!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Washington to Norfolk, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Washington to Norfolk that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Washington to Norfolk.

Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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.

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

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