Bus from Nashville, TN to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Nashville to Washington on 1 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Nashville Bus Station
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus StopCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Nashville Bus Station
Union StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Nashville Bus Station
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Nashville Bus Station
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus StopNo tags
FlixBusBus
Nashville Bus Station
Union StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:03 AM CST.

Get from Nashville to Washington

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 19 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 145, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
19h 40mAverage duration
914 kmDistance
23kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Nashville, TN 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Nashville to Washington?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Nashville to Washington start at R 1 145. The average price for this route is around R 1 831. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Nashville to Washington?

    The average bus journey time from Nashville to Washington is 19h 40m, covering a distance of 914 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 15h 5m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Nashville to Washington route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Nashville to Washington?

    The earliest bus departs from Nashville to Washington at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:15.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Nashville to Washington?

    A bus trip from Nashville to Washington produces an estimated 23 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Nashville 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 87518 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Nashville to Washington?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Nashville 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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Nashville 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
29/01
R 1 589
30/01
R 1 837
Today
R 1 589
01/02
R 1 589
02/02
R 1 059
03/02
No data
04/02
No data
05/02
R 1 059
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Nashville, TN to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 059

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 059 to R 3 641 for a bus ticket from Nashville, TN to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 059, which is on 2026-02-02.

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