Bus from Washington, DC, US to Gainesville, FL: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Washington to Gainesville on 15 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
Rosa Parks StationCheapest
FlixBusBus
Union Station
Rosa Parks StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Union Station
Gainesville Bus StopNo tags
FlixBusBus
Union Station
Rosa Parks StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Union Station
Gainesville Bus StopNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:44 PM EST.

Get from Washington to Gainesville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 395, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
1d Average duration
1144 kmDistance
29kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Gainesville, FL by bus

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Gainesville start at R 1 395. The average price for this route is around R 2 149. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus journey time from Washington to Gainesville is 1d , covering a distance of 1144 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 19h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Washington to Gainesville at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.

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

    A bus trip from Washington to Gainesville produces an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Washington to Gainesville?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12050 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Gainesville?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington to Gainesville?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Gainesville?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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Today
R 2 818
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R 1 761
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R 1 761
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Gainesville, FL was searched and found on 17 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 761

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 761 to R 5 098 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Gainesville, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 761, which is on 2026-01-17.

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