What is the cheapest way to get from Dover to Washington DC?

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Washington DC is to drive which costs $16 - $25 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dover to Washington DC?

The fastest way to get from Dover to Washington DC is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $16 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Dover and Washington DC?

No, there is no direct bus from Dover to Washington DC. However, there are services departing from Federal St @ Water St and arriving at 10 St NW+Pennsylvania Av NW via Wilmington Bus Station and N Capitol St NE+Massachusetts Av NE. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Dover to Washington DC?

The distance between Dover and Washington DC is 164 miles. The road distance is 93.3 miles.

How do I travel from Dover to Washington DC without a car?

The best way to get from Dover to Washington DC without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 48m and costs $30 - $700.

How long does it take to get from Dover to Washington DC?

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Dover to Washington DC, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Washington DC bus from?

Dover to Washington DC bus services, operated by DART First State, depart from Federal St @ Water St station.

Where does the Dover to Washington DC bus arrive?

Dover to Washington DC bus services, operated by DART First State, arrive at Wilmington Tc station.

Can I drive from Dover to Washington DC?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Washington DC is 93 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Dover to Washington DC.

Where can I stay near Washington DC?

There are 1635+ hotels available in Washington DC.

Dover to Washington DC - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dover to Washington DC by bus, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Federal St @ Water St to Wilmington Tcbus 301
2. Take the train from Wilmington to Washington Union Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
3h 48m
$31–658
Drive 92.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dover to Washington DCcar 92.8 mi
2h 2m
$17–25
Bus, train via New Carrollton Amtrak Station
1. Take the bus from Dover to Wilmington, DE - 3 W 4th Stbus Hampton
2. Take the train from Wilmington to New Carrollton Amtrak Stationtrain Northeast Regional / ...
5h
$44–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Federal St @ Water St to Wilmington Tcbus 301
2. Take the bus from Wilmington Bus Station to Washington Union Stationbus Greyhound US0305 / ...
5h 33m
$23–43

Dover to Washington DC by bus, train, subway, and foot

96Weekly Services

3h 48mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.2 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Dover, DE, USA and Washington DC, USA?

You can take a bus from Federal St @ Water St to Washington DC via Wilmington Tc, Wilmington Bus Station, Washington Union Station, N Capitol St NE+Massachusetts Av NE, and 10 St NW+Pennsylvania Av NW in around 5h 33m.

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