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Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC by bus

The journey from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC by bus is 872.9 km and takes 14 hrs 29 mins. There are 21 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:40 a.m. and the last at 9:45 p.m.. It is possible to travel from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC by bus for as little as $72.86 or as much as $295.01. The best price for this journey is $72.86.

Lowest Price $72.86
Journey Duration 14 hrs 29 mins
Connection per Day 21
Lowest Price $72.86
Highest Price $295.01
First Departure 12:40 a.m.
Last Departure 9:45 p.m.
Distance 872.9 km
Departure Atlanta, GA
Arrival Washington, DC
Carriers Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus

Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC Bus Times

Departure date
Sunday, Mar 23, 2025

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Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC

The cheapest Atlanta, GA - Washington, DC bus tickets can be found for as low as $50.04 if you’re lucky, or $86.09 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $115.83.

Find the best day to travel to Washington, DC by bus

When travelling to Washington, DC by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board FlixBus and Greyhound from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC
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Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
61.1kg
Bus
65.47kg
Flight
174.58kg
Car
139.66kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC?
A bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC is $124.82. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $72.86.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC is $72.86. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Atlanta, GA and Washington, DC by bus?
Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC is 872.9 km.
How long does the bus between Atlanta, GA and Washington, DC take?
Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC is on average 14 hrs 29 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 12 hrs 15 mins.
Which companies operate from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC?
The bus journey from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Greyhound Lines, Inc., FlixBus, Wanda Coach and Greyhound.
How many bus connections per day go from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC?
Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC has 21 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC leave?
The earliest bus from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC departs at 12:40 a.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC depart?
The latest bus from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC departs at 9:45 p.m.. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $72.86 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC?
There are on average 20 direct connection(s) from Atlanta, GA to go to Washington, DC.
What's the fastest journey time between Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Atlanta, GA and Washington, DC is 12 hrs 15 mins.
Is there a direct bus from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Atlanta, GA and Washington, DC.
What are the CO2 emissions for Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC by bus?
The bus journey from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC creates 65.47kg of CO2 emissions.

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