What is the cheapest way to get from Washington to Sanibel Island?

The cheapest way to get from Washington to Sanibel Island is to drive which costs $180 - $270 and takes 17h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington to Sanibel Island?

The fastest way to get from Washington to Sanibel Island is to fly which takes 3h 14m and costs $240 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Sanibel Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington station to Sanibel Island. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at Cape Coral Transfer Center via Orlando Bus Station and Rosa Parks Transportation Ctr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 13m.

How far is it from Washington to Sanibel Island?

The distance between Washington and Sanibel Island is 923 miles. The road distance is 1019.8 miles.

How do I travel from Washington to Sanibel Island without a car?

The best way to get from Washington to Sanibel Island without a car is to bus which takes 24h 13m and costs $220 - $350.

How long does it take to get from Washington to Sanibel Island?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Washington to Sanibel Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington to Sanibel Island bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Washington to Sanibel Island?

The best way to get from Washington to Sanibel Island is to fly which takes 3h 14m and costs $240 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $220 - $350 and takes 24h 13m.

Where does the Washington to Sanibel Island bus arrive?

Washington to Sanibel Island bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Orlando Bus Station.

Can I drive from Washington to Sanibel Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Sanibel Island is 1020 miles. It takes approximately 17h 31m to drive from Washington to Sanibel Island.

Where can I stay near Sanibel Island?

There are 4321+ hotels available in Sanibel Island.

Washington to Sanibel Island - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Washington to Sanibel Island by plane, bus (Flixbus), train, bus, car, or subway

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Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
best
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Ft. Myers (RSW)plane DCA - RSW
3h 14m
$240–863
Subway to Washington Dulles International Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platformsubway
2. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Ft. Myers (RSW)plane IAD - RSW
5h 4m
$172–553
Bus
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Orlando Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2472 / ...
2. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Fort Myers Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2421
24h 13m
$222–348
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Orlandotrain Silver Meteor / ...
2. Take the bus from Orlando to Fort Myers Amtrak Bus Stopbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
25h
$439–788
Drive 1,013.9 mi
1. Drive from Washington to Sanibel Islandcar 1,013.9 mi
17h 31m
$185–268
Train to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to BWI Thurgood Marshalltrain
2. Fly from Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI) to Ft. Myers (RSW)plane BWI - RSW
4h 53m
$187–1,185
Train, bus via Tampa
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Tampatrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Fort Myers Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2421
26h 56m
$415–781

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Ft. Myers (RSW) flights

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Distance: 917.9 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and Sanibel Island, FL, USA?

American Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Ft. Myers (RSW) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Washington Union Station to Sanibel Island via Orlando Bus Station, Rosa Parks Transportation Ctr, and Cape Coral Transfer Center in around 24h 13m.

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