How much is the bus ticket from Louisville to Washington?

The cheapest bus tickets from Louisville to Washington start from $102. The average price for this route is around $146. 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 Louisville to Washington?

The average bus trip duration from Louisville to Washington is 22h 50m, covering a distance of 483 miles (778 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Louisville to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Louisville to Washington at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:55pm.

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

A bus trip from Louisville to Washington generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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 has the most timely service from Louisville to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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.

Bus Louisville to Washington from $99 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Louisville to Washington on November 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:55pm	Louisville, KY	1d 8h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:30pm	Louisville, KY	19h 55m	3:25pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:30pm	Louisville, KY	20h 15m	3:45pm	Union Station	No tags
	7:30pm	Louisville, KY	1d 6h	1:40am	Dupont Circle	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:30pm	Louisville, KY	20h 50m	4:20pm	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	No tags

Next departures for Louisville to Washington on November 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:05pm	Louisville, KY	22h 50m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:30pm	Louisville, KY	19h 55m	3:25pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	3:35am	Louisville, KY	1d 3h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
	2:50am	Louisville, KY	1d	2:55am	Union Station	No tags
	7:30pm	Louisville, KY	1d 6h	1:40am	Dupont Circle	No tags

Next departures for Louisville to Washington on November 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:55pm	Louisville, KY	1d 8h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	7:30pm	Louisville, KY	19h 55m	3:25pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	3:35am	Louisville, KY	1d 3h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
	3:05pm	Louisville, KY	22h 50m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
	7:30pm	Louisville, KY	1d 6h	1:40am	Dupont Circle	No tags

Next departures for Louisville to Washington on December 2
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:05pm	Louisville, KY	22h 50m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
2:20pm	Louisville, KY	20h	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest
8:00am	Louisville, KY	1d 5h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
3:35am	Louisville, KY	1d 3h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
8:00am	Louisville, KY	1d 5h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for Louisville to Washington on December 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	3:05pm	Louisville, KY	22h 50m	1:55pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	2:20pm	Louisville, KY	20h	10:20am	Union Station	Fastest
	8:00am	Louisville, KY	1d 5h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
	3:35am	Louisville, KY	1d 3h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	10:55pm	Louisville, KY	1d 8h	7:25am	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	No tags

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Get from Louisville to Washington

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 22 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $102, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

22h 50mAverage Duration

483 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

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

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

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Amtrak

4/55,611 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,470 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Louisville 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 Louisville to Washington?
The cheapest bus tickets from Louisville to Washington start from $102. The average price for this route is around $146. 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 Louisville to Washington?
The average bus trip duration from Louisville to Washington is 22h 50m, covering a distance of 483 miles (778 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Louisville to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Louisville to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from Louisville to Washington at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Louisville to Washington?
A bus trip from Louisville to Washington generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 has the most timely service from Louisville to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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.

Best price found

11/26

$119

11/27

$134

Today

$130

11/29

$175

11/30

$228

12/01

$99

12/02

$99

12/03

$99

The cheapest trip from Louisville to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $99

To 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 $99 to $971 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 $99 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.