What is the cheapest way to get from Washington to Ellendale?

The cheapest way to get from Washington to Ellendale is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington to Ellendale?

The fastest way to get from Washington to Ellendale is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Ellendale?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington station to Ellendale. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at Del Rt 16 @ Ponder Ave Eb via Newark Train Station, 11Th St @ King St and Dover Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

How far is it from Washington to Ellendale?

The distance between Washington and Ellendale is 198 miles. The road distance is 98.3 miles.

How do I travel from Washington to Ellendale without a car?

The best way to get from Washington to Ellendale without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 20m and costs $21 - $650.

How long does it take to get from Washington to Ellendale?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Washington to Ellendale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington to Ellendale bus from?

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

Where does the Washington to Ellendale bus arrive?

Washington to Ellendale bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Newark station.

Can I drive from Washington to Ellendale?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Ellendale is 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Washington to Ellendale.

Where can I stay near Ellendale?

There are 89+ hotels available in Ellendale.

Washington to Ellendale - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 5 ways to get from Washington to Ellendale by train, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Wilmington
2. Take the bus from 11Th St @ King St to Dover Transit Center301
3. Take the bus from Dover Transit Center to Del Rt 16 @ Ponder Ave Eb303
6h 20m
$21–622
Drive 97.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Washington to Ellendale97.8 mi
2h 2m
$18–26
Train, line 010 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Newark Amtrak
2. Take the bus from Newark Train Station to 10Th St @ King St010
3. Take the bus from 11Th St @ King St to Dover Transit Center301
4. Take the bus from Dover Transit Center to Del Rt 16 @ Ponder Ave Eb303
7h 25m
$20–240
Bus, line 010 bus
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Newark
2. Take the bus from Newark Train Station to 10Th St @ King St010
3. Take the bus from 11Th St @ King St to Dover Transit Center301
4. Take the bus from Dover Transit Center to Del Rt 16 @ Ponder Ave Eb303
7h 52m
$28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Washington DC to Newark
2. Take the bus from 11Th St @ King St to Dover Transit Center301
3. Take the bus from Dover Transit Center to Del Rt 16 @ Ponder Ave Eb303
8h 22m
$30–40

Washington to Ellendale by train, foot, and bus

55Weekly Services

6h 20mAverage Duration

$21Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 196.5 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and Ellendale, DE, USA?

You can take a bus from Washington Union Station to Del Rt 16 @ Ponder Ave Eb via Newark Train Station, 10Th St @ King St, 11Th St @ King St, and Dover Transit Center in around 7h 52m.

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How to get fromWashington to Ellendaleby train, bus, car or bus (Flixbus)

There are 5 ways to get from Washington to Ellendale by train, bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

Train, bus

Drive 97.8 mi

Train, line 010 bus, bus

Bus, line 010 bus

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