How can I travel from Gainesville to Washington without flying?

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. The two options are practical and eco-friendly ways to reach Washington. Another option is using carpool services and riding with fellow travelers.

How long does it take to get to Washington from Gainesville by bus?

The travel time from Gainesville to Washington is about 18h 15m, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 14h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 492 miles (794 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Gainesville to Washington?

About 492 miles (794 km) separate Gainesville and Washington.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gainesville to Washington?

The majority of buses traveling from Gainesville to Washington start their journey at La Flor de Jalisco Bus Stop and wind up at Union Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What is the most cost-effective way to travel from Gainesville to Washington?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Gainesville to Washington by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $78.

How much are the bus tickets from Gainesville to Washington?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Gainesville to Washington is $120. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $78 and $194, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Once in Washington, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington National Cathedral, National Museum of American History, Arlington National Cemetery and United States Holocaust Memorial Museum.

Gainesville (GA) to Washington (DC), US Bus Tickets

Bus Gainesville to Washington: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$120

Average bus trip duration18h 15m

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure8:05am

Distance480 miles (774 km)

Latest bus departure10:30pm

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Greyhound

3.5/586,900 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Gainesville Washington recent customer reviews

Four hour delay in Charlottesville was unexcusable

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April 21, 2018

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Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and Washington?

Stops in Gainesville

A - La Flor de Jalisco Bus Stop

B - Gainesville Bus Station Mart 24/7

C - El Expreso Gainesville Bus Stop

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Frequently asked questions for your trip Gainesville - Washington

How can I travel from Gainesville to Washington without flying?
How long does it take to get to Washington from Gainesville by bus?
What is the travel distance from Gainesville to Washington?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gainesville to Washington?
What is the most cost-effective way to travel from Gainesville to Washington?
How much are the bus tickets from Gainesville to Washington?
What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04/02

$95

04/03

$75

Today

$73

04/05

$73

04/06

No data

04/07

$75

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04/09

$105

The cheapest trip from Gainesville to Washington was searched and found on Apr 4, 2025 with a price of $73

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Gainesville to Washington, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $73 to $141 for a bus ticket from Gainesville to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $73 which is on 2025-04-05.

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Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Gainesville to Washington will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Gainesville to Washington?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time18h 15m	Avg Price$120	Daily Departures5
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time13h 23m	Avg Price$139	Daily Departures2

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