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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Louisville, KY | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | Cheapest | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Louisville, KY | Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave | Fastest | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Louisville, KY | Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop | No tags | |||||
| Louisville, KY | Union Station | No tags | |||||
 | Louisville, KY | Dupont Circle | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:34 AM EST.
Get from Louisville to Washington
The journey takes about 22 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 778, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Louisville and Washington?
Stops in Louisville
- A
Louisville Greyhound Bus Station
720 W Muhammad Ali Blvd, Louisville, KY 40203
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 Louisville 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 Louisville to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Louisville to Washington start at R 1 778. The average price for this route is around R 2 551. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Louisville to Washington?
The average bus journey time from Louisville to Washington is 22h 50m, covering a distance of 778 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 17h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Louisville to Washington route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Louisville to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Louisville to Washington at 01:50. And the latest bus departs at 22:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Louisville to Washington?
A bus trip from Louisville to Washington produces an estimated 19 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 Louisville to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Louisville to Washington?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Louisville 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 Louisville to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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 Louisville to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 01 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 739To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Louisville to Washington, DC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 739 to R 17 062 for a bus ticket from Louisville to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 739, which is on 2025-12-01.
Usually Amtrak 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.
