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National Air and Space Museum
This world-class museum presents aviation and space history through iconic aircraft, spacecraft, and hands-on science exhibits.
Cheapest price on Oct 01
$128
Average ticket price on Oct 01
$128
Fastest journey on Oct 01
15 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Oct 01
15 h 45 m
Buses on Oct 01
1
Distance
870 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cartersville, GA to Washington, DC is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cartersville, GA to Washington, DC will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $128.
On Thu, Oct 01, we found 1 buses from Cartersville, GA to Washington, DC, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 01 the direct buses cover the 870 km distance in an average of 15 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h 45 m .
On Thu, Oct 01 the slowest buses will take 15 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 22h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $142 |
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Buses from Cartersville, GA to Washington, DC run on average 5 times per day, taking around 17h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $111 (€92) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:40, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 540 miles (870 km) distance in 14h 10m.
Distance 540 miles (870 km) |
Average bus duration 17h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $111 (€92) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 14h 10m |
First bus 3:40 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
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Most Cartersville, GA to Washington, DC buses use the Kennesaw to Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Cartersville, GA and Washington, DC bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Shake Shack (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and food court.
Ticket office support is available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station.
Available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station: Elevators, ramps.
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