Bus from Louisville to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Louisville to Washington on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Louisville, KY
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus StopCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Louisville, KY
Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery AveFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Louisville, KY
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus StopNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Louisville, KY
Union StationNo tags
FlixBus
Louisville, KY
Dupont CircleNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:34 AM EST.

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

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.

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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
busbud logoThe 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.

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