Bus Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

today

$137

tomorrow

Friday

$129

Saturday

Sunday

$150

Monday

Tuesday

Cheapest bus trips today
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	52h 45m	10:55 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	12:40 PM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	Economy	$137	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/16/2026 10:55:00 AM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 9/18/2026 12:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $137 per person are available. Travel duration is 52h 45m
Greyhound US	59h 15m	5:50 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	2:05 PM	Phoenix, AZ	44th St/Washington	Economy	$138	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/16/2026 5:50:00 AM to 44th St/Washington, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 9/18/2026 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $138 per person are available. Travel duration is 59h 15m
Greyhound US	65h 20m	11:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	2:05 PM	Phoenix, AZ	44th St/Washington	Economy	$139	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/16/2026 11:45:00 PM to 44th St/Washington, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 9/19/2026 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $139 per person are available. Travel duration is 65h 20m
FlixBus	58h 25m	10:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	6:10 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	Economy	$142	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/16/2026 10:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 9/19/2026 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $142 per person are available. Travel duration is 58h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	59h 15m	5:50 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	2:05 PM	Phoenix, AZ	44th St/Washington	Economy	$129	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/18/2026 5:50:00 AM to 44th St/Washington, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 9/20/2026 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $129 per person are available. Travel duration is 59h 15m
Greyhound US	65h 20m	11:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	2:05 PM	Phoenix, AZ	44th St/Washington	Economy	$132	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/18/2026 11:45:00 PM to 44th St/Washington, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 9/21/2026 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $132 per person are available. Travel duration is 65h 20m
Greyhound US	51h 20m	5:50 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	6:10 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	Economy	$142	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/18/2026 5:50:00 AM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 9/20/2026 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $142 per person are available. Travel duration is 51h 20m
FlixBus	50h 10m	1:30 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	12:40 PM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	Economy	$147	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/18/2026 1:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 9/20/2026 12:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $147 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 10m
FlixBus	58h 25m	10:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	6:10 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	Economy	$155	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/18/2026 10:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 9/21/2026 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $155 per person are available. Travel duration is 58h 25m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	65h 20m	11:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	2:05 PM	Phoenix, AZ	44th St/Washington	Economy	$150	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/20/2026 11:45:00 PM to 44th St/Washington, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 9/23/2026 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $150 per person are available. Travel duration is 65h 20m
Greyhound US	59h 15m	5:50 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	2:05 PM	Phoenix, AZ	44th St/Washington	Economy	$153	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/20/2026 5:50:00 AM to 44th St/Washington, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 9/22/2026 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $153 per person are available. Travel duration is 59h 15m
FlixBus	50h 10m	1:30 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	12:40 PM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	Economy	$154	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/20/2026 1:30:00 PM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 9/22/2026 12:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $154 per person are available. Travel duration is 50h 10m
Greyhound US	51h 20m	5:50 AM	Washington, DC	Union Station	6:10 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	Economy	$162	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/20/2026 5:50:00 AM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 9/22/2026 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $162 per person are available. Travel duration is 51h 20m
FlixBus	58h 25m	10:45 PM	Washington, DC	Union Station	6:10 AM	Phoenix, AZ	Bus Station	Economy	$171	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/20/2026 10:45:00 PM to Bus Station, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 9/23/2026 6:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $171 per person are available. Travel duration is 58h 25m

Did you know that if you travel from Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ via Silver Spring, MD, you can save more than $25? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Greyhound US
  
  67h 45m
  
  0
  
  9:20 PM
  
  Washington, DC
  Union Station
  
  9:55 PM
  
  Silver Spring, MD
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $7
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Union Station, Washington, DC (USA) at 9/18/2026 9:20:00 PM to Bus Stop, Silver Spring, MD (USA) arriving at 9/18/2026 9:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $7 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 35m
- Greyhound US
  
  67h 5m
  
  0
  
  10:00 PM
  
  Silver Spring, MD
  Bus Stop
  
  2:05 PM
  
  Phoenix, AZ
  44th St/Washington
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $117
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Bus Stop, Silver Spring, MD (USA) at 9/18/2026 10:00:00 PM to 44th St/Washington, Phoenix, AZ (USA) arriving at 9/21/2026 2:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $117 per person are available. Travel duration is 67h 5m
Travel time is 20h 35m longer, but you will save $25

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ is $125 on 9/13/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Washington, DC and Phoenix, AZ

See here how frequent the connections between Washington, DC and Phoenix, AZ are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Washington, DC and Phoenix, AZ.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 6 buses from Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Washington, DC and Phoenix, AZ, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 5 times every day by bus from Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ in one click! Book your bus ticket from Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ starting from $125!

Cheapest Bus	$125
Fastest Bus	47h 10m
Earliest Bus	5:50 AM
Latest Bus	11:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes	5 Ø
Distance	1,979.9 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ

Every day, 5 buses from 2 bus companies leave Washington, DC for Phoenix, AZ: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 09/16/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 09/13

Monday 09/14

Tuesday 09/15

Wednesday 09/16

$137

Thursday 09/17

Friday 09/18

$129

Saturday 09/19

Sunday 09/20

$150

Monday 09/21

Tuesday 09/22

Wednesday 09/23

$160

Thursday 09/24

$146

Friday 09/25

$142

Saturday 09/26

Sunday 09/27

$133

Monday 09/28

$155

Tuesday 09/29

Wednesday 09/30

Thursday 10/01

$154

Friday 10/02

$137

Saturday 10/03

Sunday 10/04

$141

Monday 10/05

$159

Tuesday 10/06

$172

Wednesday 10/07

Thursday 10/08

$162

Friday 10/09

Saturday 10/10

The cheapest time to travel from Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $129, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $137.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ, with $129. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $147.

How to save money travelling from Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ

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 Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ 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 Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ, 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 Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ

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

Greyhound US from Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ

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

Cheapest Price	$129
Fastest Bus	48h 20m
Earliest Bus	5:50 AM
Last Bus	11:45 PM
Daily Connections	3 Ø
Found on	8/21/2026

FlixBus from Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ

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

Cheapest Price	$142
Fastest Bus	47h 10m
Earliest Bus	10:45 PM
Last Bus	10:45 PM
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	8/21/2026

All bus stations and stops in Washington, DC and Phoenix, AZ

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

Union Station

Massachusetts Avenue Northeast 50

Armory Metro

19th St SE

Metro Center

11th St NW 663

L'Enfant Plaza outside McDonald's

C Street SW DC 400 C Street SW, Washington, DC 400

Renaissance Washington DC Downtown

9th St NW 999

24th St & Jefferson St Station

24th St & Jefferson St

27th Av & McDowell Rd Bus Stop

N 27th Ave 1614

Bus Station

E Buckeye Rd 2115

44th St/Washington

7th St & Roosevelt St Bus Stop

Service and Comfort on the bus from Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ

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

FAQs about the Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ bus

How much does a Washington, DC Phoenix, AZ bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $125 and takes 56h 15m to reach Phoenix, AZ. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $125 and $178. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Phoenix, AZ.

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

Every day, the Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ is offered by FlixBus and takes 47h 10m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $147. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Phoenix, AZ from Washington, DC starts at 5:50 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 Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ?

The latest bus trip departing from Washington, DC for Phoenix, AZ starts at 11:45 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 Washington, DC Phoenix, AZ route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Washington, DC and Phoenix, AZ?

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

What can I take with me on the Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ 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 Washington, DC Phoenix, AZ 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 Washington, DC Phoenix, AZ 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 Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Washington, DC to Phoenix, AZ?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 5 daily trips between Washington, DC and Phoenix, AZ. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Washington, DC and to Phoenix, AZ

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Washington, DC and to Phoenix, AZ. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!