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Gainesville to Washington DC Bus Schedule
Is it better to travel by bus or train from Gainesville to Washington?
There are usually 1 daily train trips available from Gainesville to Washington.
Bus | Train | |
|---|---|---|
Avg. Price | Avg. Price$129.54 | Avg. Price$178.64 |
Daily Trips | Daily Trips1 | Daily Trips1 |
Duration | Duration17h 28m | Duration14h 45m |
Bus from Gainesville to Washington DC: Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Gainesville to Washington DC. Traveling by bus from Gainesville to Washington DC usually takes around 17 hours and 22 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 12 hours and 45 minutes.
| Distance | 493 mi (793 km) |
| Shortest duration | 12h 45m |
| Cheapest price | $87.97 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Gainesville to Washington DC?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Gainesville to Washington DC. Greyhound is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 1 | 17h 22m | $146.93 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 1 bus trips from Gainesville to Washington every day, with the average journey taking around 17 hours and 22 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Washington usually start from $82.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Gainesville to Washington DC
The bus takes an average of 17 hours and 22 minutes to cover the 493 miles from Gainesville to Washington DC. However, the fastest bus only takes 12 hours and 45 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Because many passengers travel from Gainesville to Washington DC at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Washington DC, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
There is usually only one bus per day from Gainesville to Washington DC. It leaves the station in Gainesville at 10:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
There is usually only one bus per day from Gainesville to Washington DC. However, it is not a direct bus, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Gainesville, GA to Washington DC; ticket prices start at $137.00.
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 neighborhood 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 transportation hub with three nearby airports and several bus and train stations.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Gainesville?
Main departure station: Mart 24/7
Most buses depart from the main station in Gainesville.
All bus stations in Gainesville:
Mart 24/7
Where does the bus arrive in Washington DC?
Main arrival station: Union Station
Opened more than 100 years ago in 1907, Union Station is the largest transportation hub in Washington, D.C. with almost 5 million travelers passing through it every year. As the official headquarters of Amtrak, Union Station is the main train station in the U.S. capital. It is also a major hub for intercity bus travel, serving as the main bus station in D.C. for a number of carriers, including Greyhound, BoltBus, Peter Pan Bus Lines and OurBus. Union Station offers easy transit connections to places all over D.C. with dedicated stops for the city’s metro, bus and streetcar services, as well as commuter rail for travelers to and from the surrounding areas. Additionally, with a full blown shopping mall on the premises, Union Station is also among the most popular shopping destinations in the nation's capital.
All bus stations in Washington DC:
Union Station
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