What is the cheapest way to get from Washington DC to Cape May?

The cheapest way to get from Washington DC to Cape May is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington DC to Cape May?

The fastest way to get from Washington DC to Cape May is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Washington DC and Cape May?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington DC to Cape May. However, there are services departing from Washington, DC and arriving at Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Street via Market St At 16Th St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

How far is it from Washington DC to Cape May?

The distance between Washington DC and Cape May is 233 miles. The road distance is 185.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Washington DC to Cape May without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 11m and costs $45 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Washington DC to Cape May?

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Washington DC to Cape May, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington DC to Cape May bus from?

Washington DC to Cape May bus services, operated by OurBus, depart from Washington, DC station.

Where does the Washington DC to Cape May bus arrive?

Washington DC to Cape May bus services, operated by OurBus, arrive at Philadelphia, PA station.

Can I drive from Washington DC to Cape May?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington DC to Cape May is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Washington DC to Cape May.

Where can I stay near Cape May?

There are 827+ hotels available in Cape May.

Washington DC to Cape May - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Washington DC to Cape May by train, bus, car, plane, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Acela
2. Take the bus from Market St At 30Th St to Perry St At Park Blvd#bus 316
6h 11m
$48–122
Bus via Washington Union Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2601 / ...
2. Take the bus from Market St 125'W Of 10Th St to Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Streetbus 316 / ...
8h 9m
$31–82
Train, bus via Atlantic City
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Atlantic City Rail Terminaltrain
3. Take the bus from Gate #2 Inside Ac Bus Terminal to Rt-47 At Fifth Stbus 552
6h 42m
$67–151
Drive 184.2 mi
1. Drive from Washington DC to Cape Maycar 184.2 mi
3h 50m
$34–49
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane DCA - PHL
2. Take the bus from Market St At 16Th St to Perry St At Park Blvd#bus
7h 5m
$967–1,347
Bus
1. Take the bus from Washington, DC to Philadelphia, PAbus Washington
2. Take the bus from Market St At 16Th St to Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Streetbus 316 / ...
7h 17m
$49–129

Washington DC to Cape May by foot, subway, train, and bus

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6h 11mAverage Duration

$48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 232.1 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

What companies run services between Washington DC, USA and Cape May, NJ, USA?

You can take a bus from Washington, DC to Cape May Welcome Ctr - Lafayette Street via Philadelphia, PA and Market St At 16Th St in around 7h 17m.

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