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 | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Union Station | Louisville, KY | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Union Station | Louisville, KY | No tags |
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Get from Washington to Louisville
The journey takes about 22 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 510, 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 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 Washington to Louisville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Louisville start at R 1 510. The average price for this route is around R 1 830. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Washington to Louisville?
The average bus journey time from Washington to Louisville is 22h 15m, covering a distance of 760 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 17h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Louisville route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Louisville?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Louisville at 00:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Louisville?
A bus trip from Washington to Louisville 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 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 87518 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Louisville?
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 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 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 401To 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 R 1 401 to R 3 311 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 R 1 401, which is on 2026-02-08.
