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Compare all timetables for the bus from Philadelphia to Washington, DC

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Philadelphia to Washington, DC from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.
today
from $31
tomorrow
from $30
Tuesday
from $26
Wednesday
from $28
Thursday
from $21
Friday
from $27
Saturday
from $29

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    3h 5m
    0
    4:15 PM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St & 2nd St Bus Stop
    7:20 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $31
  • Greyhound US
    5h 20m
    0
    11:45 AM
    Philadelphia
    Convention Center
    5:05 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $31
  • Greyhound US
    4h 5m
    0
    5:55 PM
    Philadelphia
    Convention Center
    10:00 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $31
  • Greyhound US
    3h 20m
    0
    8:30 PM
    Philadelphia
    Convention Center
    11:50 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $31
  • FlixBus
    2h 50m
    0
    1:55 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St & 2nd St Bus Stop
    4:45 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $35
  • Did you know that if you travel from Philadelphia to Washington, DC via Wilmington, DE, you can save more than $4? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      3h 20m
      0
      8:30 PM
      Philadelphia
      Convention Center
      9:20 PM
      Wilmington, DE
      Greyhound
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $9
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • Busbud
      2h 25m
      0
      9:25 PM
      Wilmington, DE
      Greyhound
      11:50 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $18
    Travel time is 0h 30m longer, but you will save $4

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    2h 50m
    0
    1:55 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St & 2nd St Bus Stop
    4:45 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    2h 50m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St & 2nd St Bus Stop
    6:00 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • FlixBus
    2h 55m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St & 2nd St Bus Stop
    11:10 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $30
  • Greyhound US
    4h 40m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Philadelphia
    Convention Center
    2:25 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $30
  • Greyhound US
    5h 20m
    0
    11:45 AM
    Philadelphia
    Convention Center
    5:05 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $30
  • Did you know that if you travel from Philadelphia to Washington, DC via Wilmington, DE, you can save more than $3? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      3h 20m
      0
      8:30 PM
      Philadelphia
      Convention Center
      9:20 PM
      Wilmington, DE
      Greyhound
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $9
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • Busbud
      2h 25m
      0
      9:25 PM
      Wilmington, DE
      Greyhound
      11:50 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $18
    Travel time is 0h 30m longer, but you will save $3

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    4h 40m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Philadelphia
    Convention Center
    2:25 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $26
  • FlixBus
    2h 50m
    0
    1:45 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St & 2nd St Bus Stop
    4:35 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $28
  • FlixBus
    2h 50m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St & 2nd St Bus Stop
    6:00 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $28
  • FlixBus
    2h 55m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St & 2nd St Bus Stop
    11:10 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $28
  • Greyhound US
    5h 20m
    0
    11:45 AM
    Philadelphia
    Convention Center
    5:05 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $28

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    4h 40m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Philadelphia
    Convention Center
    2:25 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $28
  • FlixBus
    2h 50m
    0
    1:45 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St & 2nd St Bus Stop
    4:35 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    2h 50m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St & 2nd St Bus Stop
    6:00 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    2h 55m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St & 2nd St Bus Stop
    11:10 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • Greyhound US
    5h 20m
    0
    11:45 AM
    Philadelphia
    Convention Center
    5:05 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $29

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    4h 40m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Philadelphia
    Convention Center
    2:25 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $21
  • Greyhound US
    4h 40m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St & 2nd St Bus Stop
    2:25 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $25
  • FlixBus
    2h 50m
    0
    1:55 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St & 2nd St Bus Stop
    4:45 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    2h 50m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St & 2nd St Bus Stop
    6:00 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    2h 55m
    0
    8:15 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St & 2nd St Bus Stop
    11:10 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    4h 40m
    0
    9:45 AM
    Philadelphia
    Convention Center
    2:25 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $27
  • FlixBus
    2h 50m
    0
    1:55 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St & 2nd St Bus Stop
    4:45 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    2h 50m
    0
    3:10 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St & 2nd St Bus Stop
    6:00 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    2h 50m
    0
    10:15 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St & 2nd St Bus Stop
    1:05 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • Greyhound US
    5h 20m
    0
    11:45 AM
    Philadelphia
    Convention Center
    5:05 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $29

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    2h 50m
    0
    1:55 AM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St & 2nd St Bus Stop
    4:45 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    3h 15m
    0
    3:00 PM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St & 2nd St Bus Stop
    6:15 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • FlixBus
    3h 5m
    0
    4:15 PM
    Philadelphia
    Spring Garden St & 2nd St Bus Stop
    7:20 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $29
  • Greyhound US
    5h 20m
    0
    11:45 AM
    Philadelphia
    Convention Center
    5:05 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $29
  • Greyhound US
    3h 55m
    0
    12:35 PM
    Philadelphia
    Convention Center
    4:30 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $29

Frequency of bus connections between Philadelphia and Washington, DC

See here how frequent the connections between Philadelphia and Washington, DC are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 28 daily buses from Philadelphia to Washington, DC. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 26 daily coaches between Philadelphia and Washington, DC.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 78 buses from Philadelphia to Washington, DC, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Philadelphia and Washington, DC, with 28 offers.

Facts about the bus from Philadelphia to Washington, DC

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 27 times every day by bus from Philadelphia to Washington, DC in one click! Book your bus ticket from Philadelphia to Washington, DC starting from $21!

Cheapest Bus $21
Fastest Bus 2h 50m
Earliest Bus 1:55 AM
Latest Bus 8:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes 27 Ø
Distance 121.8 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Philadelphia to Washington, DC

Every day, 27 buses from 2 bus companies leave Philadelphia for Washington, DC: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/30/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 03/30
$31
Monday 03/31
$30
Tuesday 04/01
$26
Wednesday 04/02
$28
Thursday 04/03
$21
Friday 04/04
$27
Saturday 04/05
$29
Sunday 04/06
$23
Monday 04/07
$33
Tuesday 04/08
Wednesday 04/09
$30
Thursday 04/10
$22
Friday 04/11
$22
Saturday 04/12
$27
Sunday 04/13
$25
Monday 04/14
$25
Tuesday 04/15
Wednesday 04/16
$31
Thursday 04/17
$23
Friday 04/18
Saturday 04/19
$29
Sunday 04/20
$29
Monday 04/21
Tuesday 04/22
$30
Wednesday 04/23
$25
Thursday 04/24
Friday 04/25
$28
Saturday 04/26

The cheapest time to travel from Philadelphia to Washington, DC

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Philadelphia to Washington, DC, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $21, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Philadelphia to Washington, DC. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $31.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Philadelphia to Washington, DC, with $21. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $28.

How to save money travelling from Philadelphia to Washington, DC

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Philadelphia to Washington, DC in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Philadelphia to Washington, DC, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Philadelphia to Washington, DC are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Philadelphia to Washington, DC

These are the most booked bus companies between Philadelphia to Washington, DC from our users.

FlixBus from Philadelphia to Washington, DC

FlixBus

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Philadelphia to Washington, DC:

Cheapest Price $28
Fastest Bus 2h 50m
Earliest Bus 1:55 AM
Last Bus 6:25 PM
Daily Connections 15 Ø
Found on 3/29/2025

Greyhound US from Philadelphia to Washington, DC

Greyhound US

Here you will find the key facts about the Greyhound US bus route Philadelphia to Washington, DC:

Cheapest Price $21
Fastest Bus 3h 20m
Earliest Bus 9:45 AM
Last Bus 8:30 PM
Daily Connections 12 Ø
Found on 3/29/2025

All bus stations and stops in Philadelphia and Washington, DC

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Philadelphia and Washington, DC.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Philadelphia to Washington, DC

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Philadelphia to Washington, DC? Or which bus companies serve the route Philadelphia to Washington, DC? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Philadelphia to Washington, DC bus

How much does a Philadelphia Washington, DC bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $21 and takes 4h 40m to reach Washington, DC. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Philadelphia to Washington, DC?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $21 and $70. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Washington, DC.

On average, how many connections are available from Philadelphia to Washington, DC each day?

Every day, the Philadelphia to Washington, DC bus route is served by approximately 27 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Philadelphia to Washington, DC take?

The fastest bus from Philadelphia to Washington, DC is offered by FlixBus and takes 2h 50m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $35. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Philadelphia to Washington, DC?

The earliest bus arriving in Washington, DC from Philadelphia starts at 1:55 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Philadelphia to Washington, DC?

The latest bus trip departing from Philadelphia for Washington, DC starts at 8:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Philadelphia Washington, DC route?

When traveling by bus from Philadelphia to Washington, DC, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Philadelphia and Washington, DC?

You can check all the direct connections between Philadelphia and Washington, DC by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Philadelphia to Washington, DC bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Philadelphia Washington, DC bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Philadelphia Washington, DC bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Philadelphia to Washington, DC on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Philadelphia to Washington, DC

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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