What is the cheapest way to get from Gainesville to Potomac?

The cheapest way to get from Gainesville to Potomac is to drive which costs $6 - $10 and takes 38 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Gainesville to Potomac?

The fastest way to get from Gainesville to Potomac is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Gainesville and Potomac?

No, there is no direct bus from Gainesville to Potomac. However, there are services departing from Heathcote Blvd @ Trek Way and arriving at Falls Rd+Glenolden Rd via Friendship Heights+Bay J. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Gainesville to Potomac?

The distance between Gainesville and Potomac is 48 miles. The road distance is 35.3 miles.

How do I travel from Gainesville to Potomac without a car?

The best way to get from Gainesville to Potomac without a car is to bus via Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform which takes 1h 57m and costs $18 - $20.

How long does it take to get from Gainesville to Potomac?

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Gainesville to Potomac, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gainesville to Potomac bus from?

Gainesville to Potomac bus services, operated by Omniride, depart from Heathcote Blvd @ Trek Way station.

Where does the Gainesville to Potomac bus arrive?

Gainesville to Potomac bus services, operated by Omniride, arrive at N Fairfax Dr @ N Lincoln St station.

Can I drive from Gainesville to Potomac?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainesville to Potomac is 35 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Gainesville to Potomac.

Where can I stay near Potomac?

There are 1362+ hotels available in Potomac.

Gainesville to Potomac - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Gainesville to Potomac by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus via Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform
best
1. Take the bus from Heathcote Blvd @ Trek Way to N Fairfax Dr @ N Lincoln Stbus 622
2. Take the bus from Friendship Heights+Bay J to Falls Rd+Glenolden Rdbus M82
1h 57m
$18–20
Drive 35.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gainesville to Potomaccar 35.1 mi
38 min
$7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Gainesville to Potomactaxi 35.1 mi
38 min
$100–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathcote Blvd @ Trek Way to N Farifax Dr @ N Taylor Stbus 622
2. Take the bus from Ballston+Bay A to Pennsylvania Av NW+L St NWbus A58
3. Take the bus from Pennsylvania Av NW+26 St NW to Friendship Heights+Bay Cbus D80 / ...
2h 46m
$17

Gainesville to Potomac by bus and subway

20Weekly Services

1h 57mAverage Duration

$18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 48 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Gainesville, VA, USA and Potomac, Montgomery County, MD, USA?

You can take a bus from Heathcote Blvd @ Trek Way to Falls Rd+Glenolden Rd via N Fairfax Dr @ N Lincoln St, Virginia Square, Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform, Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 1 Platform, Farragut North, Red Line Center Platform, Friendship Heights, Red Line Center Platform, and Friendship Heights+Bay J in around 1h 57m.

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