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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Lafayette Bus Stop | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Lafayette Bus Stop | Union Station | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Lafayette Bus Stop | Union Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Lafayette Bus Stop | Union Station | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Lafayette Bus Stop | Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd. | No tags |
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 17 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $144, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Lafayette and Washington?
Stops in Washington
- A6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
- B1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
- C663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lafayette, IN to Washington, DC, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Lafayette to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lafayette to Washington start from $144. The average price for this route is around $199. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Lafayette to Washington?
The average bus travel time from Lafayette to Washington is 17h 45m, covering a distance of 863 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Lafayette to Washington route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Lafayette to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Lafayette to Washington at 4:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lafayette to Washington?
A bus trip from Lafayette to Washington generates an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Lafayette 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 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lafayette to Washington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Lafayette 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 Lafayette 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.
The cheapest trip from Lafayette, IN to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 13, 2026 with a price of $134To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lafayette, IN to Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $134 to $182 for a bus ticket from Lafayette, IN to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $134 which is on 2026-01-17.
What's the cheapest way to go from Lafayette, IN to Washington, DC, US?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
