What is the cheapest way to get from Washington, DC to Austin?

The cheapest way to get from Washington, DC to Austin is to train and fly which costs $130 - $900 and takes 6h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington, DC to Austin?

The fastest way to get from Washington, DC to Austin is to fly which takes 6h 1m and costs $230 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Washington, DC and Austin?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington, DC station to Austin. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at Lavaca/4th via Nashville Bus Station, Dallas Bus Station and 5207 Eastside Bus Plaza Bay G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Washington, DC and Austin?

No, there is no direct train from Washington, DC station to Austin. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at Austin via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 23m.

How far is it from Washington, DC to Austin?

The distance between Washington, DC and Austin is 1336 miles. The road distance is 1514.2 miles.

How do I travel from Washington, DC to Austin without a car?

The best way to get from Washington, DC to Austin without a car is to bus which takes 33h 44m and costs $170 - $430.

How long does it take to get from Washington, DC to Austin?

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Washington, DC to Austin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington, DC to Austin bus from?

Washington, DC to Austin bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Where do I catch the Washington, DC to Austin train from?

Washington, DC to Austin train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Washington, DC to Austin?

The best way to get from Washington, DC to Austin is to fly which takes 6h 1m and costs $230 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $170 - $430 and takes 33h 44m, you could also train, which costs $260 - $1,500 and takes 47h 23m.

Where does the Washington, DC to Austin bus arrive?

Washington, DC to Austin bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Nashville Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Washington, DC and Austin?

Austin is 1h behind Washington, DC. It is currently 2:36 PM in Washington, DC and 1:36 PM in Austin.

Where does the Washington, DC to Austin train arrive?

Washington, DC to Austin train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Washington, DC to Austin?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington, DC to Austin is 1514 miles. It takes approximately 24h 40m to drive from Washington, DC to Austin.

How do I get a train ticket from Washington, DC to Austin?

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Where can I stay near Austin?

There are 1630+ hotels available in Austin.

Washington, DC to Austin - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Washington, DC to Austin by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train, bus, car, subway, or train (Amtrak)

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Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
best
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)DCA - AUS
6h 1m
$235–1,109
Train to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to BWI Thurgood Marshall
2. Fly from Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)BWI - AUS
6h 7m
$133–897
Bus
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Nashville Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Dallas Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
33h 44m
$172–430
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to New Orleans Union Passenger TerminalCrescent
2. Take the bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Downtown AustinFlixBus 2211
38h 27m
$229–836
Drive 1,505.4 mi
1. Drive from Washington, DC to Austin1,505.4 mi
24h 40m
$275–397
Subway to Washington Dulles International Airport, fly
1. Take the subway from Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platform
2. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)IAD - AUS
6h 24m
$335–563
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Chicago Union StationFloridian / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to AustinTexas Eagle
47h 23m
$261–1,423

Washington, DC to Austin by bus

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Distance: 1,328.6 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and Austin, TX, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Washington Union Station to Lavaca/4th via Nashville Bus Station, Dallas Bus Station, Austin Eastside Bus Plaza, and 5207 Eastside Bus Plaza Bay G in around 33h 44m.

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