How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Washington start from $179. The average price for this route is around $280. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Austin to Washington?

The average bus trip duration from Austin to Washington is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 1323 miles (2133 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Valley Transit .

Which bus companies service the Austin to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Valley Transit .

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

The earliest bus departs from Austin to Washington at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.

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

A bus trip from Austin to Washington generates an estimated 53 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Austin to Washington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Austin to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Austin to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Austin to Washington from $220 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Austin to Washington on December 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:40pm	Downtown Austin	1d 19h	5:40pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 10h	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2d 12h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:40pm	Downtown Austin	1d 17h	4:25pm	Union Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 13h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Washington on December 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 16h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 10h	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 12h	10:20pm	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 14h	5:35am	Union Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2d 12h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Washington on December 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:40am	Downtown Austin	1d 15h	12:50am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 10h	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 12h	10:20pm	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 14h	5:35am	Union Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2d 12h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Washington on December 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00am	Downtown Austin	1d 19h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 10h	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 12h	10:20pm	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 14h	5:35am	Union Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2d 12h	12:20pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Washington on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25pm	Downtown Austin	1d 19h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 10h	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 12h	10:20pm	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 14h	5:35am	Union Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	11:10pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	2d 15h	3:25pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags

Next departures for Austin to Washington on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:20am	Austin South Congress	1d 15h	12:50am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:00am	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 12h	10:20pm	Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	2:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 14h	5:35am	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:20pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 15h	9:05am	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:45pm	Austin Eastside Bus Plaza	1d 12h	10:20am	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 2:02 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 17 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $179, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30bus per day

1d 17hAverage Duration

1323 milesDistance

53kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$179 - $587	Average Duration1d 17h	CO₂ emissions 53kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$301 - $2,139	Average Duration2d 2h	CO₂ emissions 193kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Austin and Washington?

Stops in Austin

A
Greyhound Station
916 E Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78752, USA
B
Airport Blvd
2001 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78702, USA
C
Brazos St
35 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
D
Ben White Bd & I-35
711 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, 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
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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

Greyhound

3.5/587,449 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/511,723 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Valley Transit

3/536 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Austin, TX, US to Washington, DC, US by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Austin to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to Washington start from $179. The average price for this route is around $280. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Austin to Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Austin to Washington is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 1323 miles (2133 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Valley Transit.
Which bus companies service the Austin to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 30 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Austin to Washington at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to Washington?
A bus trip from Austin to Washington generates an estimated 53 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Austin to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Austin to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Austin to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

12/22

$299

12/23

$270

Today

$220

12/25

$220

12/26

$251

12/27

$235

12/28

$245

12/29

$245

The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 24, 2025 with a price of $220

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

You can expect to pay from $220 to $431 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $220 which is on 2025-12-25.