Bus from Philadelphia to Washington
Book your bus ticket to Washington from Philadelphia today
Duration 3 hours 00 minutes (fastest time)
Departures Up to 9 services per day
Why travel with megabus?
Power outlets onboard*
Express service
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Philadelphia to Washington bus details
Our route PP0A bus stops at 4 stops between Philadelphia and Washington. The bus sets off from Peter Pan Bus Stop at 520 North Christopher Columbus Blvd. and drops you off at Peter Pan Bus Lines bus stop at Washington Union Station - 50 Massachusetts Ave NE
Philadelphia
There are multiple bus stops in Philadelphia, PA.
Check your ticket for the correct boarding location!
Trailways Services toward Harrisburg, State College, and Pittsburgh:
Services will depart from the northeast corner of Schuylkill Ave & Walnut St.
Peter Pan Bus Services to NYC, Baltimore, MD, Newark, NJ, and Washington, D.C.
Departures will be from one of two locations—check your ticket:
Services will depart from the northeast corner of Schuylkill Ave & Walnut St.
or
520 North Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia (also known as Spring Garden)
Washington
There are multiple bus stops in Washington, D.C., for services sold through megabus.com.
Please check your ticket for the correct boarding location!
Peter Pan Bus Lines
Bus gates are located on the Mezzanine Level of the terminal; follow signs to the bus decks.
Peter Pan buses depart from Gates 27 and 28.
Virginia Breeze / Coach USA
Bus gates are located on the Mezzanine Level of the terminal; follow signs to the bus decks.
Full stop details are included in your reservation.
Our Buses
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- Individual power outlets*
- Reclining seats
- Reserved seating
- Onboard Restrooms
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to travel from Philadelphia to Washington by bus?
The fastest bus from Philadelphia to Washington takes 3 hours 00 minutes
When is the first bus from Philadelphia to Washington?
The earliest bus from Philadelphia to Washington leaves at 8:40 AM
When is the last bus from Philadelphia to Washington?
The latest bus from Philadelphia to Washington leaves at 6:40 PM
How many daily bus trips are there from Philadelphia to Washington?
megabus runs up to 9 trips per day from Philadelphia to Washington. View our departure schedule and book your trip
How can I pay for my Philadelphia to Washington bus ticket?
megabus offers a wide range of payment methods for our tickets, including major credit card providers and Google pay.
Where is the Philadelphia megabus bus stop?
The bus sets off from Peter Pan Bus Stop at 520 North Christopher Columbus Blvd.
Where is the Washington megabus bus stop?
The bus drops you off at Peter Pan Bus Lines bus stop at Washington Union Station - 50 Massachusetts Ave NE
Can I track my Philadelphia to Washington bus ?
megabus offers real-time bus tracking on our website, so you check your bus location by service number or route. No getting caught off guard with delays here!
How much does it cost to take the bus from Philadelphia to Washington?
Traveling with megabus is one of the most affordable options, with tickets starting at just $1*
* Plus a reservation fee and based on availability on megabus operated routes only.