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

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Chicago to Washington, DC from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.
today
from $103
tomorrow
from $82
Saturday
from $78
Sunday
from $87
Monday
from $80
Tuesday
from $87
Wednesday
from $71

Cheapest bus trips today

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    35h 50m
    0
    11:30 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    11:20 PM
    Washington, DC
    Dupont Circle Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $103
  • Greyhound US
    21h 55m
    0
    11:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    9:10 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $108
  • Greyhound US
    21h 55m
    0
    11:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    9:10 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $112
  • FlixBus
    35h 50m
    0
    11:30 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    11:20 PM
    Washington, DC
    Dupont Circle Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $113
  • Greyhound US
    19h 35m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $119
  • Did you know that if you travel from Chicago to Washington, DC via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Busbud
      25h 35m
      0
      2:10 PM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      3:50 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      0
      Busbud
      Economy
      $50
      • Waiting Time 4h 40m
    • FlixBus
      7h 15m
      0
      8:30 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      3:45 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $41
    Travel time is 6h 0m longer, but you will save $12

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    21h 55m
    0
    11:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    9:10 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $82
  • Greyhound US
    21h 55m
    0
    11:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    9:10 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $86
  • Greyhound US
    19h 35m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $87
  • FlixBus
    20h 30m
    0
    7:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    3:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $101
  • FlixBus
    20h 30m
    0
    7:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    3:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $105

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    20h 30m
    0
    7:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    3:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $78
  • Greyhound US
    28h 20m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    2:20 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $81
  • Greyhound US
    19h 35m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $83
  • FlixBus
    20h 0m
    0
    7:45 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    3:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $85
  • FlixBus
    20h 45m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    2:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $86

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    19h 35m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $87
  • Greyhound US
    21h 55m
    0
    11:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    9:10 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $87
  • Greyhound US
    19h 35m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $91
  • FlixBus
    20h 45m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    2:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $93
  • FlixBus
    23h 5m
    0
    10:05 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    9:10 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $96

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    19h 35m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $80
  • Greyhound US
    21h 55m
    0
    11:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    9:10 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $80
  • Greyhound US
    19h 35m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $91
  • FlixBus
    20h 45m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    2:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $108
  • FlixBus
    23h 5m
    0
    10:05 PM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    9:10 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $108

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • Greyhound US
    19h 35m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $87
  • Greyhound US
    21h 55m
    0
    11:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    9:10 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $90
  • Greyhound US
    19h 35m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $91
  • FlixBus
    20h 45m
    0
    5:45 AM
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    2:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $118
  • FlixBus
    20h 30m
    0
    7:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    3:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $119

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    20h 30m
    0
    7:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    3:45 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $71
  • FlixBus
    35h 50m
    0
    11:30 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    11:20 PM
    Washington, DC
    Dupont Circle Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $73
  • Greyhound US
    19h 35m
    0
    6:55 AM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $75
  • Greyhound US
    29h 5m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    3:05 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $76
  • Greyhound US
    21h 55m
    0
    11:15 PM
    Chicago
    Downtown Bus Station
    9:10 PM
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    $77

Frequency of bus connections between Chicago and Washington, DC

See here how frequent the connections between Chicago and Washington, DC are, during different times and days of the week.
Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 13 daily buses from Chicago to Washington, DC. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 11 daily coaches between Chicago and Washington, DC.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 44 buses from Chicago to Washington, DC, while Night sees the fewest connections between Chicago and Washington, DC, with 7 offers.

Facts about the bus from Chicago to Washington, DC

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 12 times every day by bus from Chicago to Washington, DC in one click! Book your bus ticket from Chicago to Washington, DC starting from $71!

Cheapest Bus $71
Fastest Bus 19h 35m
Earliest Bus 5:45 AM
Latest Bus 11:15 PM
Daily Bus Routes 12 Ø
Distance 595.9 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Chicago to Washington, DC

Every day, 12 buses from 2 bus companies leave Chicago for Washington, DC: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/15/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/11
Monday 05/12
Tuesday 05/13
Wednesday 05/14
Thursday 05/15
$108
Friday 05/16
$82
Saturday 05/17
$97
Sunday 05/18
$87
Monday 05/19
$80
Tuesday 05/20
$87
Wednesday 05/21
$71
Thursday 05/22
$94
Friday 05/23
$84
Saturday 05/24
$93
Sunday 05/25
$97
Monday 05/26
$83
Tuesday 05/27
$77
Wednesday 05/28
$74
Thursday 05/29
$80
Friday 05/30
$83
Saturday 05/31
$71
Sunday 06/01
$82
Monday 06/02
$76
Tuesday 06/03
$75
Wednesday 06/04
$75
Thursday 06/05
$71
Friday 06/06
$77
Saturday 06/07

The cheapest time to travel from Chicago to Washington, DC

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Chicago to Washington, DC, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $71, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Chicago to Washington, DC. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $103.
Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chicago to Washington, DC, with $71. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $83.

How to save money travelling from Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago to Washington, DC are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Chicago to Washington, DC

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

Greyhound US from Chicago to Washington, DC

Greyhound US

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

Cheapest Price $75
Fastest Bus 19h 35m
Earliest Bus 6:55 AM
Last Bus 11:15 PM
Daily Connections 6 Ø
Found on 5/14/2025

All bus stations and stops in Chicago and Washington, DC

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

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

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

FAQs about the Chicago to Washington, DC bus

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

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $71 and takes 20h 30m to reach Washington, DC. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $71 and $205. 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 Chicago to Washington, DC each day?

Every day, the Chicago to Washington, DC bus route is served by approximately 12 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Chicago to Washington, DC is offered by Greyhound US and takes 19h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $123. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Washington, DC from Chicago starts at 5:45 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 Chicago to Washington, DC?

The latest bus trip departing from Chicago for Washington, DC starts at 11:15 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 Chicago Washington, DC route?

When traveling by bus from Chicago 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 Chicago and Washington, DC?

You can check all the direct connections between Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago to Washington, DC on your planned travel date.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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