What is the cheapest way to get from New York to Washington?

The cheapest way to get from New York to Washington is to drive which costs $15 - $23 and takes 1h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from New York to Washington?

The fastest way to get from New York to Washington is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $15 - $23.

Is there a direct bus between New York and Washington?

No, there is no direct bus from New York to Washington. However, there are services departing from Port Authority Bus Terminal and arriving at Grand St @ State St via Church St @ Chapel St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from New York to Washington?

The distance between New York and Washington is 88 miles. The road distance is 87.3 miles.

How do I travel from New York to Washington without a car?

The best way to get from New York to Washington without a car is to train and taxi which takes 2h 22m and costs $80 - $110.

How long does it take to get from New York to Washington?

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from New York to Washington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New York to Washington bus from?

New York to Washington bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, depart from Port Authority Bus Terminal station.

Where does the New York to Washington bus arrive?

New York to Washington bus services, operated by Peter Pan Bus Lines, arrive at New Haven Union Station.

Can I drive from New York to Washington?

Yes, the driving distance between New York to Washington is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from New York to Washington.

Where can I stay near Washington?

There are 75+ hotels available in Washington.

New York to Washington - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from New York to Washington by train, taxi, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Pawlingtrain Harlem
2. Take the taxi from Pawling to Washingtontaxi
2h 22m
$82–106
Drive 86.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from New York to Washingtoncar 86.8 mi
1h 55m
$16–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to New Haven Union Stationbus New York
2. Take the bus from Church St @ Chapel St to Grand St @ State Stbus 229
4h 22m
$23–58
Train, line 7 bus
1. Take the train from Grand Central Terminal to Danburytrain Danbury
2. Take the bus from White Street and Patriot Drive to Medical Center 120 Park Lane Roadbus 7 / ...
3h 40m

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Distance: 87.4 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between New York, NY, USA and Washington, CT, USA?

You can take a bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Washington via New Haven Union Station, Church St @ Chapel St, and Grand St @ State St in around 4h 22m.

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