How much is the bus ticket from Gainesville to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Washington start from $315. The average price for this route is around $323. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Gainesville to Washington?

The average bus travel time from Gainesville to Washington is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 1894 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Gainesville to Washington?

The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Washington at 9:25am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Gainesville to Washington generates an estimated 47 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Gainesville to Washington from $307 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Gainesville to Washington on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	9:40pm	Gainesville (Chevron)	2d	11:20pm	Dupont Circle	No tags
	Bus	5:10pm	Gainesville (Chevron)	1d 11h	5:55am	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	5:10pm	Gainesville (Chevron)	1d 14h	9:05am	Springfield Bus Stop, VA	No tags
	Bus	9:40pm	Gainesville (Chevron)	2d 7h	6:15am	Springfield Bus Stop, VA	No tags
	Bus	9:40pm	Gainesville (Chevron)	1d 20h	7:20pm	Union Station	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Gainesville to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $315, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1d 15hAverage Duration

1894 kmDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$315 - $360	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$334 - $430	Average Duration2d 1h	CO₂ emissions 172kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,467 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87467 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $317

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Gainesville to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to Washington start from $315. The average price for this route is around $323. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Gainesville to Washington?
The average bus travel time from Gainesville to Washington is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 1894 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Gainesville to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Gainesville to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to Washington at 9:25am. And the latest bus departs at 9:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gainesville to Washington?
A bus trip from Gainesville to Washington generates an estimated 47 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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$307

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$307

The cheapest trip from Gainesville, TX to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 29, 2025 with a price of $307

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