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What is the best way to travel from Washington, DC to Nashville?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to Nashville from Washington, DC. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
15h 5m
£45
£63
12
Flight
5h 27m
£61
£168
26

What is the cheapest way to reach Nashville from Washington, DC?

You can reach Nashville with just £45 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
from £50
Friday
Saturday
from £47
Sunday
from £48
Monday
from £46
Tuesday
from £45
Wednesday
from £50

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 5m
    0
    05:50
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    19:55
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £50
  • Greyhound US
    22h 45m
    0
    10:45
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    08:30
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £69
  • FlixBus
    22h 55m
    0
    22:45
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    20:40
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £70

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 5m
    0
    05:50
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    19:55
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £47
  • Greyhound US
    22h 45m
    0
    10:45
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    08:30
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £71
  • FlixBus
    18h 35m
    0
    09:15
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    02:50
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £71
  • FlixBus
    21h 10m
    0
    15:45
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    11:55
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £71

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 5m
    0
    05:50
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    19:55
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £48
  • Greyhound US
    22h 45m
    0
    10:45
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    08:30
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £72
  • FlixBus
    18h 35m
    0
    09:15
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    02:50
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £72
  • FlixBus
    21h 10m
    0
    15:45
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    11:55
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £72
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Frontier Airlines
    17h 6m
    0
    21:43
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    13:49
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £66
  • Spirit Airlines
    18h 49m
    0
    20:00
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    13:49
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £84
  • JetBlue Airways
    6h 19m
    0
    12:30
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    17:49
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £184
  • United Airlines
    5h 27m
    0
    09:05
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    13:32
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £322
  • Skyscanner
    5h 46m
    0
    11:05
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    15:51
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £322

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 5m
    0
    05:50
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    19:55
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £46
  • FlixBus
    18h 35m
    0
    21:00
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    14:35
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £72
  • Greyhound US
    22h 45m
    0
    10:45
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    08:30
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £73
  • FlixBus
    19h 45m
    0
    09:15
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    04:00
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £73
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Spirit Airlines
    12h 28m
    0
    10:40
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    22:08
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £61
  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 46m
    0
    08:00
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    18:46
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £81
  • Allegiant Air
    11h 0m
    0
    09:31
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    19:31
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Allegiant Air
    Economy
    from £85
  • JetBlue Airways
    7h 15m
    0
    06:00
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    12:15
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £113
  • United Airlines
    5h 27m
    0
    09:05
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    13:32
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £322

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 5m
    0
    05:50
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    19:55
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £45
  • Greyhound US
    21h 45m
    0
    07:15
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    04:00
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £66
  • Greyhound US
    22h 45m
    0
    10:45
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    08:30
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £66
  • Greyhound US
    21h 10m
    0
    18:25
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    14:35
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £66

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 5m
    0
    05:50
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    19:55
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £50
  • Greyhound US
    21h 10m
    0
    18:25
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    14:35
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £60
  • FlixBus
    22h 55m
    0
    22:45
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    20:40
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £62
  • Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Spirit Airlines
    22h 44m
    0
    19:06
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    16:50
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £64
  • Frontier Airlines
    25h 46m
    0
    18:00
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    18:46
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £65
  • JetBlue Airways
    7h 15m
    0
    06:00
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    12:15
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £101
  • United Airlines
    5h 27m
    0
    09:05
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    13:32
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £322
  • Skyscanner
    5h 46m
    0
    11:05
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    15:51
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £322

What are the fastest trips from Washington, DC to Nashville?

You can get to Nashville from Washington, DC in just 5h 27m with a Flight from United Airlines. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 15h 5m
Friday
Saturday
from 15h 5m
Sunday
from 5h 27m
Monday
from 5h 27m
Tuesday
from 15h 5m
Wednesday
from 5h 27m

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 5m
    0
    05:50
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    19:55
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £50
  • Greyhound US
    22h 45m
    0
    10:45
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    08:30
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £69
  • FlixBus
    22h 55m
    0
    22:45
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    20:40
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £70

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 5m
    0
    05:50
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    19:55
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £47
  • FlixBus
    18h 35m
    0
    09:15
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    02:50
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £71
  • FlixBus
    21h 10m
    0
    15:45
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    11:55
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £71
  • Greyhound US
    22h 45m
    0
    10:45
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    08:30
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £71

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • United Airlines
    5h 27m
    0
    09:05
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    13:32
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £322
  • Skyscanner
    5h 46m
    0
    11:05
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    15:51
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £322
  • JetBlue Airways
    6h 19m
    0
    12:30
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    17:49
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £184
  • Frontier Airlines
    17h 6m
    0
    21:43
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    13:49
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £66
  • Spirit Airlines
    18h 49m
    0
    20:00
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    13:49
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £84
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 5m
    0
    05:50
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    19:55
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £48
  • FlixBus
    18h 35m
    0
    09:15
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    02:50
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £72
  • FlixBus
    21h 10m
    0
    15:45
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    11:55
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £72
  • Greyhound US
    22h 45m
    0
    10:45
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    08:30
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £72

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • United Airlines
    5h 27m
    0
    09:05
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    13:32
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £322
  • JetBlue Airways
    7h 15m
    0
    06:00
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    12:15
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £113
  • Allegiant Air
    11h 0m
    0
    09:31
    Washington Dulles Airport
    Washington Dulles Airport
    19:31
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Allegiant Air
    Economy
    from £85
  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 46m
    0
    08:00
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    18:46
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £81
  • Spirit Airlines
    12h 28m
    0
    10:40
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    22:08
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £61
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 5m
    0
    05:50
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    19:55
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £46
  • FlixBus
    18h 35m
    0
    21:00
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    14:35
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £72
  • FlixBus
    19h 45m
    0
    09:15
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    04:00
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £73
  • Greyhound US
    22h 45m
    0
    10:45
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    08:30
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £73

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 5m
    0
    05:50
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    19:55
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £45
  • Greyhound US
    21h 10m
    0
    18:25
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    14:35
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £66
  • Greyhound US
    21h 45m
    0
    07:15
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    04:00
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £66
  • Greyhound US
    22h 45m
    0
    10:45
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    08:30
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £66

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • United Airlines
    5h 27m
    0
    09:05
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    13:32
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £322
  • Skyscanner
    5h 46m
    0
    11:05
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    15:51
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £322
  • JetBlue Airways
    7h 15m
    0
    06:00
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    12:15
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £101
  • Spirit Airlines
    22h 44m
    0
    19:06
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    Baltimore/Washington Airport
    16:50
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £64
  • Frontier Airlines
    25h 46m
    0
    18:00
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
    18:46
    Nashville Airport
    Nashville Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £65
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    15h 5m
    0
    05:50
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    19:55
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £50
  • Greyhound US
    21h 10m
    0
    18:25
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    14:35
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £60
  • FlixBus
    22h 55m
    0
    22:45
    Washington, DC
    Union Station
    20:40
    Nashville
    5th Ave South Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £62
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Washington, DC to Nashville

What are the most popular stations in Washington, DC and Nashville?

In Washington, DC, you will usually depart from Union Station, Armory Metro or Dupont Circle Station, while in Nashville you will be arriving at 5th Ave South Station, Tornado Bus Company or Municipal Auditorium, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Nashville from Washington, DC? With 7 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Washington, DC and Nashville, you can pay as low as £45 with a Bus from Greyhound US.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from United Airlines: you will get to Nashville in just 5h 27m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Washington, DC and Nashville are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Frontier Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Washington, DC and Nashville is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Ronald Reagan Washington Airport or to Oak Hill, TN, and look at flights from Ronald Reagan Washington Airport, and landing at Nashville Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Washington, DC to Nashville?

The most popular companies between Washington, DC and Nashville, are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Frontier Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US and FlixBus

Airlines: Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, JetBlue Airways and 3 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Washington, DC to Nashville

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Washington, DC to Nashville. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Washington, DC to Nashville

How can I reach Nashville from Washington, DC?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Nashville from Washington, DC.

How far is Nashville from Washington, DC?

The distance between Washington, DC and Nashville is 913.1 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Washington, DC and Nashville?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 25 kgs of CO2, a train 32 kgs, a car 155 kgs, and a flight 225 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Washington, DC to Nashville?

You can get to Nashville with just £45 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington, DC to Nashville?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Nashville in just 5h 27m with a Flight from United Airlines.

More routes to Washington, DC and to Nashville

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Washington, DC and to Nashville. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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