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What is the best way to travel from San Antonio, TX to Washington, DC?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Washington, DC from San Antonio, TX. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
35h 15m
$165
$177
5
Flight
4h 49m
$126
$434
15

What is the cheapest way to reach Washington, DC from San Antonio, TX?

You can get to Washington, DC with just $126 by taking a Flight from Spirit Airlines, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from $137
tomorrow
Sunday
from $127
Monday
from $126
Tuesday
Wednesday
from $151
Thursday

    Cheapest Flights today

  • Spirit Airlines
    13h 0m
    0
    7:37 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    9:37 AM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $137
  • Spirit Airlines
    10h 59m
    0
    11:04 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    11:03 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $192
  • Frontier Airlines
    7h 54m
    0
    1:02 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    9:56 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $447
  • Frontier Airlines
    21h 24m
    0
    7:10 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    5:34 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $461
  • United Airlines
    4h 50m
    0
    5:56 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    11:46 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $471
  • United Airlines
    6h 5m
    0
    7:00 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    2:05 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $573
  • Cheapest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    35h 15m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    10:15 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $165
  • Greyhound US
    39h 25m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    5:55 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $165
  • FlixBus
    36h 5m
    0
    9:45 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    10:50 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $167
  • FlixBus
    51h 20m
    0
    7:45 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Pearl District
    12:05 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $180
  • Greyhound US
    57h 40m
    0
    12:40 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    11:20 PM
    Washington, DC
    Dupont Circle Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $210

    Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Spirit Airlines
    8h 49m
    0
    1:14 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    11:03 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $127
  • Spirit Airlines
    10h 59m
    0
    11:04 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    11:03 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $215
  • Spirit Airlines
    13h 6m
    0
    6:32 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    8:38 AM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $256
  • Frontier Airlines
    21h 59m
    0
    1:02 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    12:01 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $277
  • Frontier Airlines
    7h 54m
    0
    1:02 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    9:56 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $296
  • Spirit Airlines
    9h 24m
    0
    8:00 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    6:24 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $352

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Spirit Airlines
    10h 59m
    0
    11:04 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    11:03 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $126
  • Spirit Airlines
    8h 49m
    0
    1:14 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    11:03 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $126
  • Spirit Airlines
    13h 0m
    0
    7:37 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    9:37 AM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $194
  • Frontier Airlines
    7h 54m
    0
    1:02 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    9:56 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $224
  • Frontier Airlines
    12h 28m
    0
    7:10 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    8:38 AM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $309
  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 12m
    0
    7:10 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    7:22 AM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $322

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Spirit Airlines
    9h 18m
    0
    8:25 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    6:43 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $151
  • Spirit Airlines
    13h 10m
    0
    7:37 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    9:47 AM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $162
  • Frontier Airlines
    13h 17m
    0
    5:01 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    7:18 AM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $228
  • Frontier Airlines
    13h 39m
    0
    5:01 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    7:40 AM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $258
  • Spirit Airlines
    32h 21m
    0
    2:07 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    11:28 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $378
  • Frontier Airlines
    13h 19m
    0
    9:49 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    12:08 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $392

What are the fastest trips from San Antonio, TX to Washington, DC?

You can get to Washington, DC from San Antonio, TX in just 4h 49m with a Flight from United Airlines. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 4h 49m
tomorrow
Sunday
from 4h 49m
Monday
from 5h 16m
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 5h 10m
Thursday

    Fastest Flights today

  • United Airlines
    4h 49m
    0
    4:22 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    10:11 PM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $576
  • United Airlines
    4h 50m
    0
    5:56 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    11:46 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $471
  • United Airlines
    5h 48m
    0
    2:13 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    9:01 PM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $612
  • United Airlines
    6h 5m
    0
    7:00 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    2:05 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $573
  • United Airlines
    6h 58m
    0
    2:13 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    10:11 PM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $573
  • Frontier Airlines
    7h 54m
    0
    1:02 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    9:56 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $447
  • Fastest Buses today

  • FlixBus
    35h 15m
    0
    10:00 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    10:15 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $165
  • FlixBus
    36h 5m
    0
    9:45 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    10:50 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $167
  • Greyhound US
    39h 25m
    0
    1:30 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    5:55 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $165
  • FlixBus
    51h 20m
    0
    7:45 AM
    San Antonio, TX
    Pearl District
    12:05 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $180
  • Greyhound US
    57h 40m
    0
    12:40 PM
    San Antonio, TX
    Bus Station
    11:20 PM
    Washington, DC
    Dupont Circle Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $210

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • United Airlines
    4h 49m
    0
    4:22 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    10:11 PM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $421
  • United Airlines
    5h 10m
    0
    5:15 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    11:25 AM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $405
  • United Airlines
    5h 16m
    0
    5:15 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    11:31 AM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $405
  • United Airlines
    6h 1m
    0
    2:15 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    9:16 PM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $415
  • United Airlines
    7h 30m
    0
    5:15 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    1:45 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $400
  • Frontier Airlines
    7h 54m
    0
    1:02 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    9:56 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $296

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • United Airlines
    5h 16m
    0
    5:15 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    11:31 AM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $513
  • United Airlines
    5h 26m
    0
    9:45 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    4:11 PM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $513
  • United Airlines
    6h 5m
    0
    7:00 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    2:05 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $513
  • United Airlines
    7h 30m
    0
    5:15 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    1:45 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $508
  • Frontier Airlines
    7h 54m
    0
    1:02 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    9:56 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from $224
  • Spirit Airlines
    8h 49m
    0
    1:14 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    11:03 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $126

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • United Airlines
    5h 10m
    0
    5:15 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    11:25 AM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $405
  • United Airlines
    5h 16m
    0
    5:15 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    11:31 AM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $405
  • United Airlines
    5h 26m
    0
    9:45 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    4:11 PM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $405
  • United Airlines
    5h 48m
    0
    2:13 PM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    9:01 PM
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $405
  • United Airlines
    7h 30m
    0
    5:15 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    1:45 PM
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from $401
  • Spirit Airlines
    9h 18m
    0
    8:25 AM
    San Antonio Airport
    San Antonio Airport
    6:43 PM
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from $151
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from San Antonio, TX to Washington, DC

What are the most popular stations in San Antonio, TX and Washington, DC?

In San Antonio, TX, you will usually depart from Bus Station, W. Southcross & Buffalo Bus Stop or La Cantera, while in Washington, DC you will be arriving at Pennsylvania Av SE & L'Enfant Sq SE Bus Stop, Union Station or Armory Metro, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Washington, DC from San Antonio, TX? With 15 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between San Antonio, TX and Washington, DC, you can pay as low as $126 with a Flight from Spirit Airlines.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from United Airlines: you will get to Washington, DC in just 4h 49m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting San Antonio, TX and Washington, DC are United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Spirit Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in San Antonio, TX and Washington, DC is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Olmos Park, TX or to Ronald Reagan Washington Airport, and look at flights from San Antonio Airport, and landing at Ronald Reagan Washington Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from San Antonio, TX to Washington, DC?

The most popular companies between San Antonio, TX and Washington, DC, are United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Spirit Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus and Greyhound US

Airlines: United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines and 1 more.

All you need to know when you travel from San Antonio, TX to Washington, DC

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from San Antonio, TX to Washington, DC. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from San Antonio, TX to Washington, DC

How can I reach Washington, DC from San Antonio, TX?

Every day, there are on average 15 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Washington, DC from San Antonio, TX.

How far is Washington, DC from San Antonio, TX?

The distance between San Antonio, TX and Washington, DC is 1,386.9 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between San Antonio, TX and Washington, DC?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 60 kgs of CO2, a train 78 kgs, a car 379 kgs, and a flight 549 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from San Antonio, TX to Washington, DC?

You can get to Washington, DC with just $126 by taking a Flight from Spirit Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from San Antonio, TX to Washington, DC?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Washington, DC in just 4h 49m with a Flight from United Airlines.

More routes to San Antonio, TX and to Washington, DC

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to San Antonio, TX and to Washington, DC. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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