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Pros: friendly staff. Cons: cleanliness. Tips: pack your essentials.
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There is one daily bus from Gainesville to Washington DC. Traveling by bus from Gainesville to Washington DC usually takes around one hour and 15 minutes, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
| Distance | 32 mi (51 km) |
| Shortest duration | 1h 15m |
| Cheapest price | RON 96.23 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Megabus |
| Bus lines | 1 |

Average score for buses from Gainesville to Washington
(Based on 1 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: friendly staff. Cons: cleanliness. Tips: pack your essentials.
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Gainesville to Washington DC. Megabus 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megabus | 1 | 1h 15m | RON 96.23 |
Book Megabus from Gainesville to Washington from RON 96. Typically there is one Megabus schedule per day from Gainesville to Washington DC and you can expect on average to pay for a Megabus ticket to Washington. In Gainesville, Megabus departs to Washington from University Boulevard - Gainesville Park & Ride . In Washington, Megabus arrives at Union Station .
An average trip on Megabus from Gainesville to Washington takes 1 hours and 15 minutes .
On weekends, Megabus offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Washington.
The bus takes an average of one hour and 15 minutes to cover the 32 miles from Gainesville to Washington DC. You'll have just enough time for a small nap on this relatively short bus 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.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses 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, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
There is usually only one bus per day from Gainesville to Washington DC. It leaves the station in Gainesville at 12:00pm each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.



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.
Most buses depart from the main station in Gainesville.
University Boulevard - Gainesville Park & Ride
All buses from Gainesville arrive at one main station in Washington.
Union Station
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