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Trip Overview

The average bus between American University and Port Authority Bus Terminal takes 5h 55m and the fastest bus takes 5h 20m. There is a bus service every few hours from American University to Port Authority Bus Terminal. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 55m
Duration
284 mi
Distance
$67
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Bus via Fort Dr NW+Albemarle St NW

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6h 5m
$57–97

American University to Port Authority Bus Terminal bus times

Buses run hourly between American University and Port Authority Bus Terminal. The earliest departure is at 12:08 AM at night, and the last departure from American University is at 11:44 PM which arrives into Port Authority Bus Terminal at 5:25 AM. All services require a transfer at Nebraska Av NW+American Univ and take an average of 5h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 41m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, October 29, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 47m • 2 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 47m • 2 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 34m • 2 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines6h • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 30, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 47m • 2 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 47m • 2 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 47m • 2 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 31, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 26m • 2 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 26m • 2 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 46m • 2 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 26m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 1, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines6h 16m • 2 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 27m • 2 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 27m • 2 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 37m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 2, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines7h 7m • 2 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 47m • 2 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 47m • 2 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 3, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 47m • 2 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 47m • 2 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 34m • 2 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines6h • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 47m • 2 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 47m • 2 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines5h 34m • 2 changes

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    Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityWashington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityPeter Pan Bus Lines6h • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 284.3 mi
  • Duration: 5h 55m

What companies run services between American University, DC, USA and Port Authority Bus Terminal, NY, USA?

Peter Pan Bus Lines operates a bus from Washington to New York hourly. Tickets cost $55–95 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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