Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | Louisville, KY | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Union Station | Louisville, KY | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Union Station | Louisville, KY | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Union Station | Louisville, KY | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Union Station | Louisville, KY | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 9:45 AM EST.
Get from Washington to Louisville
The journey takes about 22 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $131, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Washington and Louisville?
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
Stops in Louisville
- A
Louisville Greyhound Bus Station
720 W Muhammad Ali Blvd, Louisville, KY 40203
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Louisville 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 Washington to Louisville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Louisville start from $131. The average price for this route is around $165. 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 Washington to Louisville?
The average bus travel time from Washington to Louisville is 22h 15m, covering a distance of 759 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Louisville route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Washington to Louisville?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Louisville at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Louisville?
A bus trip from Washington to Louisville generates an estimated 19 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 Washington to Louisville?
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 Washington to Louisville?
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 Washington to Louisville?
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 Washington to Louisville?
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 Washington, DC, US to Louisville was searched and found on Jan 22, 2026 with a price of $121To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Washington, DC, US to Louisville, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $121 to $205 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Louisville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $121 which is on 2026-01-22.
Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
