How much is the bus ticket from Saint Paul to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Saint Paul to Washington start from $96. The average price for this route is around $174. 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 Saint Paul to Washington?

The average bus trip duration from Saint Paul to Washington is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 927 miles (1495 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Saint Paul to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Saint Paul to Washington at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.

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

A bus trip from Saint Paul to Washington generates an estimated 37 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 Saint Paul 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 87500 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul to Washington from $97 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Saint Paul to Washington on January 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:20pm	Union Depot	1d 9h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:20am	Union Depot	1d 2h	11:30am	Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:20am	Union Depot	1d 4h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	9:20pm	Union Depot	1d 4h	2:55am	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	8:20am	Union Depot	1d 20h	5:20am	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	No tags

Next departures for Saint Paul to Washington on January 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:20pm	Union Depot	1d 9h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:20am	Union Depot	1d 2h	11:30am	Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:20am	Union Depot	1d 4h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	9:20pm	Union Depot	1d 4h	2:55am	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	8:20am	Union Depot	1d 20h	5:20am	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	No tags

Next departures for Saint Paul to Washington on January 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:20pm	Union Depot	1d 9h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:20am	Union Depot	1d 2h	11:30am	Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:20am	Union Depot	1d 4h	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
	Bus	9:20pm	Union Depot	1d 4h	2:55am	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	8:20am	Union Depot	1d 20h	5:20am	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:43 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Saint Paul 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, 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

1d 7hAverage Duration

927 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$96 - $308	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 37kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$152 - $876	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 135kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Saint Paul and Washington?

Stops in Saint Paul

A
Union Depot
240 Kellogg Blvd E (Union Depot), St Paul, MN 55101
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B
178 Cesar Chavez St
178 Cesar Chavez St, St Paul MN 55107, USA
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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

3.5/587,516 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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

3.5/512,135 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Saint Paul, 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 Saint Paul to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Saint Paul to Washington start from $96. The average price for this route is around $174. 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 Saint Paul to Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Saint Paul to Washington is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 927 miles (1495 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Saint Paul to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Saint Paul to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Saint Paul to Washington at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Saint Paul to Washington?
A bus trip from Saint Paul to Washington generates an estimated 37 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 Saint Paul 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 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul 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

01/20

$120

01/21

$120

Today

$120

01/23

$120

01/24

$120

01/25

$120

01/26

No data

01/27

No data

The cheapest trip from Saint Paul, US to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 20, 2026 with a price of $120

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

You can expect to pay from $120 to $266 for a bus ticket from Saint Paul, US to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $120 which is on 2026-01-23.

Usually FlixBus 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.