How much is the bus ticket from Atlanta to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Atlanta to Washington start at R 833. The average price for this route is around R 1 560. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Atlanta to Washington?

The average bus journey time from Atlanta to Washington is 13h 45m, covering a distance of 861 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 30m and is operated by Wanda Coach .

Which bus companies service the Atlanta to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Wanda Coach .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Atlanta to Washington?

The earliest bus departs from Atlanta to Washington at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.

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

A bus trip from Atlanta to Washington produces an estimated 22 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 Atlanta to Washington?

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 87412 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Atlanta to Washington?

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 Atlanta to Washington?

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 Atlanta to Washington?

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.

Bus Atlanta to Washington from R 752 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Atlanta to Washington on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:15	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 20m	05:35	Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	3146 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd.	11h 30m	03:30	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	Fastest
Bus	09:15	Atlanta Bus Station	16h 40m	01:55	Union Station	No tags
Bus	13:30	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 35m	03:05	Union Station	No tags
Bus	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 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:30	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 35m	03:05	Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	3146 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd.	11h 30m	03:30	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	Fastest
Bus	00:40	Atlanta Bus Station	15h 45m	16:25	Union Station	No tags
Bus	07:00	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 50m	20:50	Union Station	No tags
Bus	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 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	04:40	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 45m	18:25	Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	3146 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd.	11h 30m	03:30	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	Fastest
Bus	00:40	Atlanta Bus Station	15h 45m	16:25	Union Station	No tags
Bus	13:30	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 35m	03:05	Union Station	No tags
Bus	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 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:15	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 20m	05:35	Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	3146 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd.	11h 30m	03:30	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	Fastest
Bus	00:40	Atlanta Bus Station	15h 45m	16:25	Union Station	No tags
Bus	07:00	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 50m	20:50	Union Station	No tags
Bus	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 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	19:15	Atlanta Bus Station	12h 40m	07:55	Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	3146 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd.	11h 30m	03:30	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	Fastest
Bus	00:40	Atlanta Bus Station	15h 45m	16:25	Union Station	No tags
Bus	07:00	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 50m	20:50	Union Station	No tags
Bus	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 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:15	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 20m	05:35	Union Station	Cheapest
Bus	20:50	Civic Center MARTA Station	12h 15m	09:05	Union Station	Fastest
Bus	00:40	Atlanta Bus Station	15h 45m	16:25	Union Station	No tags
Bus	07:00	Atlanta Bus Station	13h 50m	20:50	Union Station	No tags
Bus	13:30	3146 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd.	14h 30m	04:00	Exxon, 2230 New York Av. NE	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 6:28 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Atlanta 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 13 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 833, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

13h 45mAverage duration

861 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 833 - R 3 902	Average duration13h 45m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 205 - R 12 907	Average duration14h 47m	CO₂ emissions 79kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Atlanta and Washington?

Stops in Atlanta

A
Doraville Tornado Bus Station
3658 Shallowford Rd, Atlanta, GA 30340, USA
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B
Atlanta Airport
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C
Atlanta Downtown Greyhound Station
232 Forsyth St SW, Atlanta, GA 30303, USA
D
Cleveland Ave
387 Cleveland Ave SW, Atlanta, GA 30315, USA
E
Doraville El Expreso Bus Station
4989 Buford Hwy NE, Chamblee, GA 30341, USA

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
Visit page
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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 431 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 12 reviews, Greyhound was rated 2.5 stars for this trip. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 851, with the trip lasting on average 874.

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

FlixBus

3.5/511 617 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Users have reported that the drivers were kind and helpful, providing assistance with luggage and questions. The service was noted to be punctual, clean, and professional. However, some users mentioned issues with bathroom cleanliness on the bus as well as problems with charge ports not holding cords securely.

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

Wanda Coach

2.5/5655 reviews

Staff3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.4

WiFi1.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC, US 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 Atlanta to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Atlanta to Washington start at R 833. The average price for this route is around R 1 560. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Atlanta to Washington?
The average bus journey time from Atlanta to Washington is 13h 45m, covering a distance of 861 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 30m and is operated by Wanda Coach.
Which bus companies service the Atlanta to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Wanda Coach.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Atlanta to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Atlanta to Washington at 00:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Atlanta to Washington?
A bus trip from Atlanta to Washington produces an estimated 22 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 Atlanta to Washington?
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 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Atlanta to Washington?
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 Atlanta to Washington?
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 Atlanta to Washington?
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.

Best price found

13/12

R 1 730

14/12

R 1 730

Today

R 1 141

16/12

R 1 436

17/12

R 1 315

18/12

R 1 193

19/12

R 1 159

20/12

R 1 349

The cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 141

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 R 1 141 to R 3 216 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 R 1 159, which is on 2025-12-19.

Usually Greyhound 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.