How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Elmira?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Elmira start from $68. The average price for this route is around $91. 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 Washington to Elmira?

The average bus trip duration from Washington to Elmira is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 221 miles (356 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 25m and is operated by Peter Pan .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Elmira route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Peter Pan , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Elmira at 4:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Elmira generates an estimated 9 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 Washington to Elmira?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6381 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Peter Pan , with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan , with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Bus Washington to Elmira from $86 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to Elmira on January 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	7:30am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	11h 40m	7:10pm	Elmira	Cheapest
	Bus	9:00am	Union Station	10h 10m	7:10pm	Elmira	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 4:38 PM EST.

Get from Washington to Elmira

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

11h 40mAverage Duration

221 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Elmira?

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

Stops in Elmira

A
Chemung County Transportation Center
100 E Church St, Elmira, NY 14901
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,869 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.

Peter Pan

4/56,407 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.7

Wifi3.7

Greyhound

3.5/587,474 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.

Greyhound Washington Elmira recent customer reviews

Your company stole money from me

Celia H.

November 17, 2019

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Elmira, NY, 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 Washington to Elmira?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Elmira start from $68. The average price for this route is around $91. 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 Washington to Elmira?
The average bus trip duration from Washington to Elmira is 11h 40m, covering a distance of 221 miles (356 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 25m and is operated by Peter Pan.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Elmira route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Peter Pan, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Elmira?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Elmira at 4:30am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Elmira?
A bus trip from Washington to Elmira generates an estimated 9 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 Washington to Elmira?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6381 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Elmira?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Peter Pan has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Washington to Elmira?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Peter Pan, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Elmira?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Peter Pan, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Elmira, NY, US was searched and found on Jan 8, 2026 with a price of $86

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 Elmira, NY, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $86 to $100 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Elmira, NY, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $86 which is on 2026-01-08.