The average bus between American University and Sterling takes 4h 10m and the fastest bus takes 1h 50m. The bus service runs several times per day from American University to Sterling. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 5 times a day between American University and Sterling. The earliest departure is at 2:45 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from American University is at 5:45 PM which arrives into Sterling at 1:53 PM. All services require a transfer at Massachusetts Av NW+Ward Cir NW and take an average of 4h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from American University to Sterling? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from American University to Sterling. However, there are services departing from American University station and arriving at Sterling station via 19 St NW+H St NW. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.
American University to Sterling bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, depart from Massachusetts Av NW+Ward Cir NW station.
American University to Sterling bus services, operated by Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, arrive at Loudoun Gateway station.
The distance between American University and Sterling is 30.5 km. The road distance is 60 km.
You can take a vehicle from American University to Pacific Blvd Raytheon via Massachusetts Av NW+Ward Cir NW, 19Th St & H St, and Loudoun Gateway station in around 3h 17m.