How far is Gainesville from Washington?

The distance separating Gainesville and Washington is 32 miles (52 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Gainesville to Washington?

Most of the buses traveling from Gainesville to Washington leave from University Boulevard Park and Ride and arrive at Union Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Once in Washington, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The Mall/Monuments, Arlington National Cemetery, National Museum of American History, John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.

Bus Gainesville to Washington from $19 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Gainesville to Washington on November 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:45pm	Gainesville Park and Ride Access Road	1h 15m	2:00pm	Washington Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:45pm	Gainesville Park and Ride Access Road	30m	1:15pm	Dulles Airport	No tags
Bus	12:45pm	Gainesville Park and Ride Access Road	1h 15m	2:00pm	Washington Bus Station	No tags
Bus	12:45pm	Gainesville Park and Ride Access Road	30m	1:15pm	Dulles Airport	No tags
Bus	12:45pm	Gainesville Park and Ride Access Road	30m	1:15pm	Dulles Airport	No tags

Get from Gainesville to Washington

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

1h 15mAverage Duration

32 milesDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and Washington?

Stops in Gainesville

A
University Boulevard Park and Ride
University Commuter Lot, Virginia 20155, USA
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Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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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

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Virginia Breeze

4.5/512 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

OurBus

4/53,151 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi3.1

With about 1 daily trips between Gainesville and Washington, Ourbus offers competitive fares, clean and comfortable intercity bus travel. Their buses have free WiFi, clean bathrooms, complimentary bottled water, extra legroom and power outlets. They are known for providing excellent customer service, reflecting one of the industry's highest review rates. OurBus does not charge fees to reschedule tickets, which can be changed up to 30 minutes before travel time.

Megabus

3.5/5412 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.4

Traveling with Megabus from Gainesville to Washington is an affordable and reliable way to reach your destination. The company provides amenities like comfortable seats and free Wi-Fi (on most buses), ensuring a comfortable journey. Discover an easy and budget-friendly travel option to Washington with Megabus. Tickets start at just $22, with an average price of around $24, making it an accessible choice for travelers.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gainesville, VA to Washington, DC, US by bus

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You can expect to pay from $19 to $23 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, VA to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-11-27.