What is the cheapest way to get from Washington to Ephrata?

The cheapest way to get from Washington to Ephrata is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington to Ephrata?

The fastest way to get from Washington to Ephrata is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Ephrata?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington station to Ephrata. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at Phoebe Entrance Wb via Philadelphia Bus Station and 6th St. & Cherry St. Mid Block Wb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

How far is it from Washington to Ephrata?

The distance between Washington and Ephrata is 194 miles. The road distance is 123.9 miles.

How do I travel from Washington to Ephrata without a car?

The best way to get from Washington to Ephrata without a car is to train and taxi which takes 4h 7m and costs $180 - $270.

How long does it take to get from Washington to Ephrata?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Washington to Ephrata, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington to Ephrata bus from?

Washington to Ephrata bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Where does the Washington to Ephrata bus arrive?

Washington to Ephrata bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Philadelphia Bus Station.

Can I drive from Washington to Ephrata?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Ephrata is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Washington to Ephrata.

Where can I stay near Ephrata?

There are 226+ hotels available in Ephrata.

Washington to Ephrata - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Washington to Ephrata by train, taxi, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or car

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Train, taxi (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Downingtown Amtraktrain
3. Take the taxi from Downingtown Amtrak to Ephratataxi
4h 7m
$182–268
Drive 123.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Washington to Ephratacar 123.1 mi
2h 35m
$23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2601 / ...
2. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Readingbus FlixBus 2650 / ...
7h 29m
$66–100

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Distance: 192.6 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and Ephrata, PA, USA?

You can take a bus from Washington Union Station to Ephrata via Philadelphia Bus Station, Reading, 6th St. & Cherry St. Mid Block Wb, and Phoebe Entrance Wb in around 7h 29m.

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