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Newark to Bethesda, MD buses

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Trip Overview

The average bus between Newark and Bethesda, MD takes 6h 9m and the fastest bus takes 4h 55m. The bus service runs several times per day from Newark to Bethesda, MD. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 9m
Duration
226 mi
Distance
$48
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Newark to Bethesda, MD bus times

Buses run twice daily between Newark and Bethesda, MD. The earliest departure is at 7:35 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newark is at 5:05 PM which arrives into Bethesda, MD at 10:00 PM. All services require a transfer at Washington Union Station and take an average of 6h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Flixbus USATripper Bus6h 55m • 1 change
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    Flixbus USATripper Bus5h 5m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Flixbus USATripper Bus6h 55m • 1 change
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    Flixbus USATripper Bus5h 25m • 1 change
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    Flixbus USATripper Bus5h 45m • 1 change

Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Flixbus USATripper Bus6h 55m • 1 change
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    Flixbus USATripper Bus4h 55m • 1 change

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Flixbus USATripper Bus7h 25m • 1 change
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    Flixbus USATripper Bus6h 15m • 1 change
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    Flixbus USATripper Bus5h 55m • 1 change
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    Flixbus USATripper Bus4h 55m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Flixbus USATripper Bus6h 55m • 1 change
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    Flixbus USATripper Bus6h 25m • 1 change

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Flixbus USATripper Bus6h 25m • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Newark to Bethesda, MD? 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.

Map of how to get from Newark to Bethesda, MD.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 226 mi
  • Duration: 6h 9m

What companies run services between Newark, NJ, USA and Bethesda, MD, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Newark Penn Station to Washington Union Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–60 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Flixbus USA also services this route 5 times a day.

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