Greyhound NYC to Washington DC: Union Square Access
Greyhound does not serve Union Square, DC directly. The DC terminal is at 1005 1st St NE (Union Station area), ~1.5 miles from Union Square (White House vicinity).
NYC → DC Greyhound Basics
- NYC Departure: Port Authority Bus Terminal (625 8th Ave) – most trips.
- DC Arrival: Greyhound Station, 1005 1st St NE (near Union Station, Red Line Metro).
- Duration: 4.5–5.5 hours (traffic dependent).
- Frequency: 15–20 daily.
- Fare: $20–65 (advance web fare $20–35; walk-up $45–65).
Reaching Union Square from Greyhound Station
| Mode | Time | Cost | Steps |
|---|
| Metro (Red Line) | 10 min | $2.25–6 | Union Station → Farragut North (3 stops) → 3-block walk |
| Walk | 30 min | Free | 1.5 mi via Massachusetts Ave / K St |
| Rideshare | 8 min | $12–18 | Uber/Lyft from station |
| Bus (Circulator) | 15 min | $1 | Georgetown–Union Station line |
Alternatives to Greyhound
- Megabus: NYC (34th St) → DC (Union Station) – similar price, fewer departures.
- Amtrak Northeast Regional: 3h 15m, $45–120, city-center to city-center.
- Acela: 2h 45m, $100–250.
- Flights: LGA/JFK/EWR → DCA/IAD – 1h 15m + airport time; often $100–200.
Pro Tip
Book Greyhound online 14+ days ahead for $20–25 fares. Bring ID matching ticket. Arrive 30 min early at Port Authority (chaotic).
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