Bus from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Schedules

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Gainesville to Washington on January 31
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
Union StationNo tags
Greyhound + FlixBus
Bus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
Springfield Bus Stop, VANo tags
GreyhoundBus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
Union StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
Union StationNo tags
GreyhoundBus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
Springfield Bus Stop, VANo tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Gainesville to Washington

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 13 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just $124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
13h 23mAverage Duration
493 milesDistance
72kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$80 - $224Average Duration18h
20kg CO₂e
Average Price$124 - $736Average Duration13h 23m
72kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC, US by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Gainesville to Washington?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Washington start from $80. The average price for this route is around $109. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Gainesville to Washington?

    The average bus trip duration from Gainesville to Washington is 18h, covering a distance of 493 miles (795 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 14h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Washington route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gainesville to Washington?

    The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Washington at 8:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:25pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gainesville to Washington?

    A bus trip from Gainesville to Washington generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
01/29
$174
01/30
$98
Today
$79
02/01
$71
02/02
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Feb 1, 2026 with a price of $71

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

You can expect to pay from $71 to $177 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $71 which is on 2026-02-01.

What's the cheapest way to go from Gainesville, GA to Washington, DC, US?

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