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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Union Station | Nashville Bus Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Union Station | Nashville Bus Station | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Union Station | Nashville Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | Nashville Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Union Station | Nashville Bus Station | No tags |
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Get from Washington to Nashville
The journey takes about 22 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Washington and Nashville?
Stops in Washington
- A6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
- B1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
- C663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
- D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA - E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA - F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA
Stops in Nashville
- A709 5th Ave South, Nashville, TN 37203
- B4033 Nolensville Pike, Nashville, TN 37211, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Nashville, TN by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Nashville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Nashville start at R 1 110. The average price for this route is around R 1 805. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Washington to Nashville?
The average bus journey time from Washington to Nashville is 22h 55m, covering a distance of 914 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Nashville route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Nashville?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Nashville at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Nashville?
A bus trip from Washington to Nashville produces an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Washington to Nashville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Nashville?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington to Nashville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Nashville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Nashville, TN was searched and found on 19 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 073To 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 Nashville, TN as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 073 to R 2 498 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Nashville, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 107, which is on 2026-01-22.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
