Cheap coach tickets from Gainesville, VA to Washington DC
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Coach from Gainesville, VA to Washington DC: Journey Information
There is one daily coach from Gainesville, VA to Washington DC. Travelling by coach from Gainesville, VA to Washington DC usually takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes, but some coaches might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
- Distance
- 32 mi (51 km)
- Shortest duration
- 1h 15m
- Cheapest price
- £16.27
- Trips per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- Megabus
- Coach lines
- 1
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5.0
There are several coach options that can take you from Gainesville, VA to Washington DC:
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What coach companies travel from Gainesville, VA to Washington DC?
There is one intercity coach company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Gainesville, VA to Washington DC. Megabus is the only company that has coach timetables available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megabus | 1 | 1h 15m | £16.27 |
Megabus is one of the leading coach companies in North America, with many popular routes in the Northeast and Midwest United States. Megabus tickets can be purchased for as low as $1 if you book in advance. Travellers enjoy Megabus’ unique double decker coaches, which feature amenities such as air conditioning, digital entertainment, free WiFi, and power sockets at each seat. Megabus is an affordable, reliable option for travel between Gainesville, VA and Washington DC.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Gainesville, VA to Washington DC
There is usually only one coach per day from Gainesville, VA to Washington DC. Fortunately, this happens to be a direct coach, meaning that you do not have to get on a different coach at any point during your trip.
Trips per day
1
Direct trips
1
The coach takes an average of 1 hour and 15 minutes to cover the 32 miles from Gainesville, VA to Washington DC. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short coach trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
32
Distance (km)
51
There is usually only one coach per day from Gainesville, VA to Washington DC. It leaves the station in Gainesville, VA at 12:45 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
Earliest coach
12:45pm
Latest coach
12:45pm
Thursday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your coach travel for the beginning of the week.
Most crowded
Thursday
Least crowded
Monday
City Information
Washington DC



Washington, DC is the capital of the United States, and as such, it offers many points of interest of governmental and historical value. DC is home to several iconic landmarks, including the White House where the U.S. president resides, the Capitol building that houses the meeting chambers of the Senate and the House of Representatives, and the National Mall, where you can stop by the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and the World War II Memorial. One of the reasons Washington, DC is among the best destinations to visit with your family is because it is home to so many world-famous museums, including the Smithsonians – 16 museums scattered across the District, most of which are open every day of the week, and even better, every single one is free.
D.C. is not just about politics and museums, though. The city’s active nightlife fittingly ranks it among the biggest party hubs in the country. Head to the vibrant Dupont Circle neighbourhood to check out some of the finest restaurants that the nation’s capital has to offer, or join a food tour of Georgetown to get a taste of the area’s culture along with its cuisine.
Nested between Virginia and Maryland, Washington, D.C. is a key transport hub with three nearby airports and several coach and train stations.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Gainesville, VA?
Main departure station: University Boulevard - Gainesville Park & Ride
Most coaches depart from the main station in Gainesville, VA.
All coach stations in Gainesville, VA:
- University Boulevard - Gainesville Park & Ride
Where does the coach arrive in Washington DC?
Main arrival station: Union Station
All coaches from Gainesville, VA arrive at one main station in Washington DC.
Coach stations in Washington DC:
- Union Station
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