How much is the bus ticket from Lafayette to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lafayette to Washington start at R 1 731. The average price for this route is around R 2 625. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Lafayette to Washington?

The average bus journey time from Lafayette to Washington is 17h 40m, covering a distance of 854 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 17h 40m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Lafayette to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lafayette to Washington?

The earliest bus departs from Lafayette to Washington at 04:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:55.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lafayette to Washington?

A bus trip from Lafayette to Washington produces an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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 87435 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lafayette to Washington?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.

Bus Lafayette to Washington from R 2 107 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Lafayette to Washington on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:55	Lafayette Bus Stop	17h 45m	16:40	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:55	Lafayette Bus Stop	16h 30m	15:25	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	Fastest
	Bus	17:50	Lafayette Bus Stop	17h 40m	11:30	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:55	Lafayette Bus Stop	16h 50m	15:45	Union Station	No tags
	Bus	22:55	Lafayette Bus Stop	1d 2h	01:40	Dupont Circle	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lafayette to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 17 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 731, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

17h 40mAverage duration

854 kmDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 731 - R 3 512	Average duration17h 40m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 276 - R 4 276	Average duration20h 48m	CO₂ emissions 79kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lafayette and Washington?

Stops in Lafayette

A
CityBus Center
N 3rd St & North St (Corner), Lafayette, IN 47901

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 442 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 679 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lafayette, IN to Washington, DC, US by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 1 731. The average price for this route is around R 2 625. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Lafayette to Washington?
The average bus journey time from Lafayette to Washington is 17h 40m, covering a distance of 854 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 17h 40m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Lafayette to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lafayette to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Lafayette to Washington at 04:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lafayette to Washington?
A bus trip from Lafayette to Washington produces an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lafayette to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.

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The cheapest trip from Lafayette, IN to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 21 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 107

To 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.