Find coaches from Washington, DC, US to Gainesville, GA

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Next departures from Washington to Gainesville on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    		Union Station
    		Gainesville (Mart 24/7)CheapestFastest

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    Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to Gainesville

    We recommend taking the bus

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Gainesville. The journey takes about 15 hours and with fares starting at just US$72, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    1bus per day
    15hAverage duration
    795 kmDistance
    20kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average priceUS$72 - US$224Average duration15h
    20kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average priceUS$124 - US$736Average duration12h 55m
    72kg CO₂e

    Bus Washington, DC, US to Gainesville, GA: Trip Overview

    Average ticket priceUS$131
    Average bus trip duration15h
    Number of daily buses1
    Earliest bus departure03:40
    Distance794 km
    Latest bus departure14:00

    Washington to Gainesville Bus

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    Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Gainesville, GA

    1. How much does a bus ticket from Washington to Gainesville cost?

      The bus ticket price from Washington to Gainesville starts at US$72. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Washington to Gainesville is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

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

      The average travel time between Washington and Gainesville is around 15h, although the fastest bus will take about 13h. This is the time it takes to travel the 794 km that separates the two cities.

    3. How many daily bus connections are there between Washington and Gainesville?

      The number of buses from Washington to Gainesville can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Washington to Gainesville by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

    4. Which bus companies travel from Washington to Gainesville?

      When taking the bus from Washington to Gainesville, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

      Buses travelling between Washington and Gainesville leave from Union Station or Dupont Circle and arrive at La Flor de Jalisco Bus Stop, Gainesville Bus Station Mart 24/7, El Expreso Gainesville Bus Stop.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

    Best price found
    01/11
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    02/11
    US$117
    Today
    US$182
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    08/11
    US$224
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Gainesville, GA was searched and found on 02 Nov 2025 with a price of US$117

    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, GA as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from US$117 to US$253 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Gainesville, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$224, which is on 2025-11-08.

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    Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Washington to Gainesville will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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    Did you know?

    Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

    The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

    One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

    busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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