How far is Washington from Atlanta by coach?

The distance between Atlanta and Washington by coach is approximately 542 miles (873 km).

Is there a way to reach Washington from Atlanta without flying?

You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Atlanta to Washington from US$29 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Atlanta to Washington on 20 September
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
20:30	Atlanta Bus Station	12h 35m	09:05	Union Station	Cheapest
20:50	Civic Center MARTA Station	12h 15m	09:05	Union Station	Fastest
13:30	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 35m	03:05	Union Station	No tags
16:15	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 30m	05:45	Union Station	No tags
13:30	3146 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd.	14h 30m	04:00	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Washington on 21 September
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:15	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 30m	05:45	Union Station	Cheapest
20:50	Civic Center MARTA Station	12h 15m	09:05	Union Station	Fastest
00:40	Atlanta Bus Station	15h 45m	16:25	Union Station	No tags
07:00	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 50m	20:50	Union Station	No tags
13:30	3146 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd.	14h 30m	04:00	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Washington on 22 September
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:15	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 30m	05:45	Union Station	Cheapest
20:50	Civic Center MARTA Station	12h 15m	09:05	Union Station	Fastest
00:40	Atlanta Bus Station	15h 45m	16:25	Union Station	No tags
07:00	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 50m	20:50	Union Station	No tags
13:30	3146 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd.	14h 30m	04:00	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Washington on 23 September
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:15	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 30m	05:45	Union Station	Cheapest
21:45	Atlanta Bus Station	12h 35m	10:20	Union Station	Fastest
00:40	Atlanta Bus Station	15h 45m	16:25	Union Station	No tags
07:00	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 50m	20:50	Union Station	No tags
13:30	3146 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd.	14h 30m	04:00	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Washington on 24 September
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:15	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 30m	05:45	Union Station	Cheapest
21:45	Atlanta Bus Station	12h 35m	10:20	Union Station	Fastest
00:40	Atlanta Bus Station	15h 45m	16:25	Union Station	No tags
13:30	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 35m	03:05	Union Station	No tags
13:30	3146 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd.	14h 30m	04:00	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Washington on 25 September
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:15	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 30m	05:45	Union Station	Cheapest
20:50	Civic Center MARTA Station	12h 15m	09:05	Union Station	Fastest
00:40	Atlanta Bus Station	15h 45m	16:25	Union Station	No tags
09:15	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 5m	22:20	Union Station	No tags
13:30	3146 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd.	14h 30m	04:00	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Washington on 26 September
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:15	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 30m	05:45	Union Station	Cheapest
20:50	Civic Center MARTA Station	12h 15m	09:05	Union Station	Fastest
00:40	Atlanta Bus Station	15h 45m	16:25	Union Station	No tags
07:00	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 50m	20:50	Union Station	No tags
13:30	3146 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd.	14h 30m	04:00	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to Washington on 27 September
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
16:15	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 30m	05:45	Union Station	Cheapest
20:50	Civic Center MARTA Station	12h 15m	09:05	Union Station	Fastest
00:40	Atlanta Bus Station	15h 45m	16:25	Union Station	No tags
07:00	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 50m	20:50	Union Station	No tags
13:30	3146 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd.	14h 30m	04:00	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Atlanta to Washington

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$39 - US$196	Average duration13h 45m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average priceUS$128 - US$332	Average duration14h 18m	CO₂ emissions 79kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Atlanta to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 13 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just US$39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

13h 45mAverage duration

US$39Cheapest ticket

22kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$71

Average bus trip duration13h 45m

Number of daily buses14

Earliest bus departure00:40

Distance543 miles

Latest bus departure22:00

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/510,580 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Customers praised the drivers for being extremely kind and helpful with luggage, questions, and instructions. However, some customers expressed dissatisfaction with the bus swaying and a strong smell in the bathroom.

FlixBus Atlanta Washington recent customer reviews

The only thing I didn’t like was the charge port the cord kept falling out of all of them.

Antjuan J.

6 March 2025

Didn’t like, driver swayed bus and bathroom smelled like pee, looked even worse. Everyone who went in, locked the door and then immediately came out.

Anna H.

17 January 2024

Both drivers were extremely kind and helpful with luggage, questions and instructions

Shivanie H.

24 December 2023

Greyhound

3.5/587,264 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.3

Based on 12 reviews, Greyhound was rated 2.5 stars for this trip. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$39, with the trip lasting on average 850.

Greyhound Atlanta Washington recent customer reviews

I had no power to charge my phone 📱 on the bus from Atlanta to Richmond Virginia I had to wait to get on another bus to charge my phone.

Moe Squad D.

26 December 2018

It was a lil crazy running back an forth with the wrong unfomation then things got ok pretty fast

Lolita K.

6 August 2018

HORRIBLE costumer service. ALL staff at ATL Had attitudes and basically yelled at costumers to get in line.

Raijuenea B.

4 December 2017

Wanda Coach

2.5/5631 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.4

WiFi1.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Tufesa, Valley Transit, Senda Diamante

Atlanta to Washington Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Atlanta to Washington, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Atlanta and Washington?

Stops in Atlanta

A - Doraville Tornado Bus Station

B - Atlanta Airport

C - Atlanta Downtown Greyhound Station

D - Cleveland Ave

E - Doraville El Expreso Bus Station

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Frequently asked questions on the trip Atlanta, GA - Washington, DC, US

How far is Washington from Atlanta by coach?
The distance between Atlanta and Washington by coach is approximately 542 miles (873 km).
Is there a way to reach Washington from Atlanta without flying?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

18/09

US$78

19/09

US$96

Today

US$80

21/09

US$62

22/09

US$49

23/09

US$50

24/09

US$49

25/09

US$48

The cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 25 Sept 2025 with a price of US$48

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

You can expect to pay from US$48 to US$148 for a bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$48, which is on 2025-09-25.

Usually Wanda Coach 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Atlanta to Washington, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Atlanta to Washington that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC, US?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time13h 45m	Avg priceUS$71	Daily departures14
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time14h 18m	Avg priceUS$140	Daily departures2

Will you be returning to Atlanta, GA by bus?

Bus from Washington, DC, US to Atlanta, GA

You can also go to Washington, DC, US by train

Train from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC, US

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