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Bus between Washington, DC and New York for students
Going home for the weekend or heading back to campus? Our luxury express coaches run every day between the Washington area and New York City. Here is the nearest stop to each campus and how to reach it. Most coaches have free WiFi and power outlets, so the ride can be study time.
Buses from Washington Buses from New York
- One-way seats this week start at $51.50, plus $0.75 a seat and a $5.50 booking fee an order.
- The trip takes about 4 hours 15 minutes, depending on traffic.
- This week's times: the DC to NYC bus and the NYC to DC bus.
Washington area campuses
Buses to New York leave from Dupont Circle (1729 Connecticut Ave NW, by the Red Line station) and Bethesda (7101 Wisconsin Ave, near the Red Line station). Buses from New York stop at Dupont Circle, Rosslyn and Bethesda.
- George Washington University: Dupont Circle is about a mile north of the Foggy Bottom campus, a 20 to 25 minute walk up New Hampshire Ave NW.
- Georgetown University: the university's GUTS shuttle has a Dupont Circle route that stops at 20th St and Massachusetts Ave NW, a short walk from our stop. Coming back from New York you can also get off at Rosslyn, where the GUTS Rosslyn route stops. Check the shuttle's hours on Georgetown's transportation pages.
- American University: take the AU shuttle to Tenleytown-AU station. On the Red Line our Bethesda stop is 2 stations toward Shady Grove, and Dupont Circle is 4 stations toward Glenmont.
- Howard University: Green Line from Shaw-Howard U to Gallery Place, then the Red Line toward Shady Grove, 3 stations to Dupont Circle.
- Catholic University: the Red Line runs direct from Brookland-CUA to Dupont Circle, toward Shady Grove.
- University of Maryland, College Park: Green Line from College Park-U of Md to Gallery Place, then the Red Line toward Shady Grove, 3 stations to Dupont Circle.
New York campuses
Buses to Washington leave from Penn Station (31st St and 8th Ave), Chinatown (72 Allen St) and Brooklyn (40 Empire Blvd). Buses from Washington stop at Penn Station and Brooklyn.
- NYU: A, C or E train from West 4th St to 34th St-Penn Station; our stop is at 31st St and 8th Ave. To Washington you can also board in Chinatown: B or D train to Grand St, then about 5 minutes on foot.
- Columbia University and Barnard: 1 train from 116th St to 34th St-Penn Station, then a short walk to 31st St and 8th Ave.
- Fordham at Lincoln Center: 1, A or C train from 59th St-Columbus Circle to 34th St-Penn Station.
- Fashion Institute of Technology: the Penn Station stop is under 10 minutes on foot, up 8th Ave to 31st St.
- Brooklyn College: Q train from Avenue H to Prospect Park; our Brooklyn stop is about 4 minutes on foot from the station.
Tips for students
- Thanksgiving, winter break and the long weekends fill first: book as soon as you have your class and exam dates. See the holiday buses below.
- Book your return at the same time (Round trip on the search form): one order, one $5.50 booking fee.
- Plans changed? You can change your trip or put it on hold online until midnight before you travel, in Manage booking. Tickets are non-refundable.
- Luggage: one bag of up to 40 lb rides under the bus, plus a small carry-on.
- Riding often? Earn a point for every one-way seat and ride free with 8 points (16 on an Elite bus): Deluxe Rewards.
- Traveling as a club or a team? Group reservations are arranged ahead of time: see Groups in the FAQ.
Questions
Which bus stop is closest to my campus?
In Washington: Dupont Circle for George Washington, Georgetown, Howard, Catholic and the University of Maryland; Bethesda or Dupont Circle for American University. In New York: Penn Station for NYU, Columbia, Fordham at Lincoln Center and FIT; our Brooklyn stop for Brooklyn College.
How much is the bus between Washington, DC and New York?
This week one-way seats 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.
How long is the bus ride?
About 4 hours 15 minutes, depending on traffic.
Can I use my laptop on the bus?
Most of our coaches have free WiFi and power outlets; the connection cannot be guaranteed.
How much luggage can I bring?
One bag under the bus, up to 40 lb, and one small carry-on such as a backpack that fits in the overhead bin. More in the FAQ.
Can I change my ticket if my schedule changes?
Yes, online until midnight before you travel, in Manage booking: change the trip or put it on hold. Tickets are non-refundable.