Best Ground Transport (Bus & Rail) in Washington DC

18 tours ranked by TourTruth score (0–10), based on Viator and GetYourGuide ratings. How scores work

We compared 18 ground transport (bus & rail) in Washington DC using 363 reviews on Viator and GetYourGuide. The highest scoring with at least 20 reviews is Washington D.C. National Mall E-Trolley Tour (8.3/10). Prices start at $10.69 and most cost between $46 and $550. A typical one lasts 4 hrs.

Top picks

Best overall

TourTruth score 8.3 out of 10 Washington D.C. National Mall E-Trolley Tour

69 reviews

Reviewers like: knowledgeable guide, informative tour, time efficient

Watch for: closed attraction, delayed start

Most reviewed

TourTruth score 8.1 out of 10 Washington DC History and Monuments Minibus Tour

105 reviews

Reviewers like: knowledgeable guide, engaging guide, friendly guide

Watch for: difficult van access, basic commentary

Compare at a glance

#TourScoreRatings by siteFromDuration
1 Washington D.C. National Mall E-Trolley Tour TourTruth score 8.3 out of 10 GetYourGuide 4.8★ (69) – –
2 Washington DC History and Monuments Minibus Tour TourTruth score 8.1 out of 10 GetYourGuide 4.7★ (105) – –
3 Washington DC Hop-On Hop-Off Van Tour TourTruth score 7.1 out of 10 GetYourGuide 5.0★ (1) – –
4 Washington DC Sightseeing Shuttle Tour 3 hr TourTruth score 6.9 out of 10 GetYourGuide 3.8★ (3) – –
5 Washington DC Electric Cart Guided Tour 3 hr TourTruth score 6.8 out of 10 GetYourGuide 1.8★ (4) – –
6 Washington DC Nighttime Sightseeing Tour TourTruth score 6.7 out of 10 GetYourGuide 3.8★ (6) – –
7 Washington DC Monuments Carriage Tour TourTruth score 6.3 out of 10 GetYourGuide 4.0★ (14) – –
8 Washington, D.C. Tea Bus Tour with Landmarks TourTruth score 4.9 out of 10 GetYourGuide 3.7★ (57) – –
9 Washington DC Water Taxi One Day Pass 35 min TourTruth score 4.7 out of 10 Viator 4.0★ (81) $46 35 min
10 Washington DC Monuments Electric Cart Tour at Night TourTruth score – out of 10 – – –

Questions

What is the best ground transport (bus & rail) in Washington DC?

Washington D.C. National Mall E-Trolley Tour has the highest TourTruth score (8.3/10) of the 18 ground transport (bus & rail) in Washington DC we compare among those with at least 20 reviews, from 69 reviews.

How much do ground transport (bus & rail) in Washington DC cost?

Listed prices start at $10.69; the median is $500, and most cost between $46 and $550. Prices are the lowest listed price, usually per person; check the provider for your date.

How long are ground transport (bus & rail) in Washington DC?

The median listed duration is 4 hrs.

Which ground transport (bus & rail) in Washington DC has the most reviews?

Washington DC History and Monuments Minibus Tour, with 105 reviews and a TourTruth score of 8.1/10.

Scores compare each tour's ratings with all others on the same booking site and weight them by review count. How scores work · Same tour, different price on Viator and GetYourGuide