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Washington, DC to Houston, TX by bus

The journey from Washington, DC to Houston, TX by bus is 1,219.16 mi and takes 45 hr 43 min. There are 34 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:40 AM and the last at 11:55 PM. It is possible to travel from Washington, DC to Houston, TX by bus for as little as $117.08 or as much as $430.39. The best price for this journey is $117.08.

Lowest Price $117.08
Journey Duration 45 hr 43 min
Connection per Day 34
Lowest Price $117.08
Highest Price $430.39
First Departure 12:40 AM
Last Departure 11:55 PM
Distance 1,219.16 mi
Departure Washington, DC
Arrival Houston, TX
Carriers Greyhound, Greyhound Lines, Inc.

Washington, DC to Houston, TX Bus Times

Departure date
Wednesday, Apr 23, 2025

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Virail Pro Tip ✌: Booking 10 days in advance save 10% on average

Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $146.21 to $291.22 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 50% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Washington, DC to Houston, TX

The cheapest Washington, DC - Houston, TX bus tickets can be found for as low as $129.86 if you’re lucky, or $194.11 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $250.69.

Find the best day to travel to Houston, TX by bus

When travelling to Houston, TX by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

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Washington, DC to Houston, TX CO2 Emissions by Bus

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Train
137.34kg
Bus
147.15kg
Flight
392.41kg
Car
313.93kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Washington, DC to Houston, TX?
A bus ticket from Washington, DC to Houston, TX is $230.61. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $117.08.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Washington, DC to Houston, TX?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Washington, DC to Houston, TX is $117.08. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Washington, DC and Houston, TX by bus?
Washington, DC to Houston, TX is 1,219.16 mi.
How long does the bus between Washington, DC and Houston, TX take?
Washington, DC to Houston, TX is on average 45 hr 43 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 30 hr 35 min.
Which companies operate from Washington, DC to Houston, TX?
The bus journey from Washington, DC to Houston, TX is covered by 4 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound, Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Valley Transit Co., Inc. and Greyhound Lines Mexico.
How many bus connections per day go from Washington, DC to Houston, TX?
Washington, DC to Houston, TX has 34 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Washington, DC to Houston, TX leave?
The earliest bus from Washington, DC to Houston, TX departs at 12:40 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Washington, DC to Houston, TX depart?
The latest bus from Washington, DC to Houston, TX departs at 11:55 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Washington, DC to Houston, TX in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $117.08 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Washington, DC to Houston, TX by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Washington, DC and Houston, TX is 30 hr 35 min.
Is there a direct bus from Washington, DC to Houston, TX?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Washington, DC and Houston, TX.
What are the CO2 emissions for Washington, DC to Houston, TX by bus?
The bus journey from Washington, DC to Houston, TX creates 147.15kg of CO2 emissions.

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