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Cherry blossom bus between New York and Washington, DC
Washington's cherry blossoms usually reach peak bloom in late March or early April, and the National Cherry Blossom Festival runs from late March to mid-April. Our luxury express coaches run between New York City and Washington, DC every day of the season, Saturday, March 20 to Wednesday, April 14, 2027. Free WiFi and power outlets on board.
Buses from New York Buses from Washington
New York to Washington, DC
| Day | Buses | Fares from | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Mar 20 | 2 | $51.50 | Available |
| Sun, Mar 21 | 4 | $51.50 | Available |
| Mon, Mar 22 | 2 | $51.50 | Available |
| Tue, Mar 23 | 1 | $51.50 | 10 left |
| Wed, Mar 24 | 1 | - | Sold out |
| Thu, Mar 25 | 2 | $51.50 | Available |
| Fri, Mar 26 | 3 | $51.50 | Available |
| Sat, Mar 27 | 2 | $51.50 | Available |
| Sun, Mar 28 | 4 | $51.50 | Available |
| Mon, Mar 29 | 2 | $51.50 | Available |
| Tue, Mar 30 | 1 | $51.50 | 10 left |
| Wed, Mar 31 | 1 | - | Sold out |
| Thu, Apr 1 | 2 | $51.50 | Available |
| Fri, Apr 2 | 3 | $51.50 | Available |
| Sat, Apr 3 | 2 | $51.50 | Available |
| Sun, Apr 4 | 4 | $51.50 | Available |
| Mon, Apr 5 | 2 | $51.50 | Available |
| Tue, Apr 6 | 1 | $51.50 | 10 left |
| Wed, Apr 7 | 1 | - | Sold out |
| Thu, Apr 8 | 2 | $51.50 | Available |
| Fri, Apr 9 | 3 | $51.50 | Available |
| Sat, Apr 10 | 2 | $51.50 | Available |
| Sun, Apr 11 | 4 | $51.50 | Available |
| Mon, Apr 12 | 2 | $51.50 | Available |
| Tue, Apr 13 | 1 | $51.50 | 10 left |
| Wed, Apr 14 | 1 | - | Sold out |
Washington, DC to New York
| Day | Buses | Fares from | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Mar 20 | 2 | $51.50 | Available |
| Sun, Mar 21 | 4 | $51.50 | Available |
| Mon, Mar 22 | 1 | $77 | 7 left |
| Tue, Mar 23 | 1 | $51.50 | 10 left |
| Wed, Mar 24 | 1 | $51.50 | 10 left |
| Thu, Mar 25 | 2 | $51.50 | Available |
| Fri, Mar 26 | 3 | $51.50 | Available |
| Sat, Mar 27 | 2 | $51.50 | Available |
| Sun, Mar 28 | 4 | $51.50 | Available |
| Mon, Mar 29 | 1 | $77 | 7 left |
| Tue, Mar 30 | 1 | $51.50 | 10 left |
| Wed, Mar 31 | 1 | $51.50 | 10 left |
| Thu, Apr 1 | 2 | $51.50 | Available |
| Fri, Apr 2 | 3 | $51.50 | Available |
| Sat, Apr 3 | 2 | $51.50 | Available |
| Sun, Apr 4 | 4 | $51.50 | Available |
| Mon, Apr 5 | 1 | $77 | 7 left |
| Tue, Apr 6 | 1 | $51.50 | 10 left |
| Wed, Apr 7 | 1 | $51.50 | 10 left |
| Thu, Apr 8 | 2 | $51.50 | Available |
| Fri, Apr 9 | 3 | $51.50 | Available |
| Sat, Apr 10 | 2 | $51.50 | Available |
| Sun, Apr 11 | 4 | $51.50 | Available |
| Mon, Apr 12 | 1 | $77 | 7 left |
| Tue, Apr 13 | 1 | $51.50 | 10 left |
| Wed, Apr 14 | 1 | $51.50 | 10 left |
Tap a day to see each bus, its stops and its price. Seats and fares change as buses fill.
Cherry blossom travel tips
- Book as soon as you know your dates. Last year the Sunday buses were the busiest of every week of the season, both ways, followed by the Fridays leaving Washington.
- The blossoms last about a week to ten days around peak bloom, and the date changes every year. The National Park Service forecasts it a few weeks ahead: Bloom Watch. You can change your trip online if the forecast moves.
- The trees are around the Tidal Basin. From our Dupont Circle stop take the Metro Red Line to Metro Center and change for Smithsonian station; from our Rosslyn stop the Blue, Orange and Silver Lines go straight to Smithsonian. The Tidal Basin is a 10 to 15 minute walk from there.
- Book your return at the same time (Round trip on the search form): one order, one $5.50 booking fee.
- Roads are busy on spring weekends, so allow extra time: buses can arrive later than the times shown.
- Be at your stop 15 minutes before departure; your seat is held only at the pickup you booked.
- Earn a point for every one-way seat and ride free with 8 points (16 on an Elite bus): Deluxe Rewards.
Questions
When should I book my cherry blossom bus?
As soon as you know your dates. The Sunday buses fill first, both ways; the tables above show how each day is selling.
When is peak bloom in Washington, DC?
Usually in late March or early April, but it changes every year with the weather. The National Park Service forecasts the date a few weeks ahead on its Bloom Watch page.
How do I get from the bus to the cherry blossoms?
The trees are around the Tidal Basin, a 10 to 15 minute walk from Smithsonian Metro station. From our Dupont Circle stop take the Red Line to Metro Center and change there; from our Rosslyn stop the Blue, Orange and Silver Lines go straight to Smithsonian.
How much is a bus ticket in cherry blossom season?
One-way seats March 20 to April 14 start at $51.50, plus $0.75 a seat and a $5.50 booking fee an order. Each bus shows its price on the bus list.
Can I change my ticket?
Tickets are non-refundable. You can change your trip or put it on hold online until midnight before you travel, in Manage booking.
Where do the buses stop?
Buses from Washington leave from Dupont Circle and Bethesda; buses from New York from Penn Station, Chinatown and Brooklyn. See the DC to NYC bus, the NYC to DC bus and all bus stops.