How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Louisville?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Louisville start from $93. The average price for this route is around $117. 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 Washington to Louisville?

The average bus trip duration from Washington to Louisville is 22h 15m, covering a distance of 471 miles (759 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Louisville route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Louisville at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Louisville 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 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 87500 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 has the most timely service from Washington to Louisville?

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 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.

Bus Washington to Louisville from $85 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Washington to Louisville on January 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:25pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	20h 55m	12:20pm	Louisville, KY	Cheapest
	Bus	5:35pm	Union Station	18h 45m	12:20pm	Louisville, KY	Fastest
	Bus	10:55am	Union Station	19h 50m	6:45am	Louisville, KY	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:25pm	Union Station	1d	7:20pm	Louisville, KY	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:45pm	Union Station	1d 2h	1:30am	Louisville, KY	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Louisville on January 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:25pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	20h 55m	12:20pm	Louisville, KY	Cheapest
	Bus	5:00am	Union Station	17h	10:00pm	Louisville, KY	Fastest
	Bus	5:50am	Union Station	19h 40m	1:30am	Louisville, KY	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:35pm	Union Station	17h 10m	6:45am	Louisville, KY	No tags
	Bus	9:00pm	Union Station	22h 20m	7:20pm	Louisville, KY	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Louisville on January 25
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:25pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	20h 55m	12:20pm	Louisville, KY	Cheapest
	Bus	5:00am	Union Station	17h	10:00pm	Louisville, KY	Fastest
	Bus	5:50am	Union Station	19h 40m	1:30am	Louisville, KY	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:35pm	Union Station	17h 10m	6:45am	Louisville, KY	No tags
	Bus	9:00pm	Union Station	22h 20m	7:20pm	Louisville, KY	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Louisville on January 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:25pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	20h 55m	12:20pm	Louisville, KY	Cheapest
	Bus	5:00am	Union Station	17h	10:00pm	Louisville, KY	Fastest
	Bus	5:50am	Union Station	19h 40m	1:30am	Louisville, KY	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:35pm	Union Station	17h 10m	6:45am	Louisville, KY	No tags
	Bus	9:00pm	Union Station	22h 20m	7:20pm	Louisville, KY	No tags

Next departures for Washington to Louisville on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	3:25pm	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	20h 55m	12:20pm	Louisville, KY	Cheapest
	Bus	5:00am	Union Station	17h	10:00pm	Louisville, KY	Fastest
	Bus	5:50am	Union Station	19h 40m	1:30am	Louisville, KY	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:05am	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	1d 6h	6:45am	Louisville, KY	No tags
	Bus	10:55am	Union Station	19h 50m	6:45am	Louisville, KY	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 9:45 AM EST.

Get from Washington to Louisville

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 22 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

22h 15mAverage Duration

471 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Louisville?

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

Stops in Louisville

A
Louisville Greyhound Bus Station
720 W Muhammad Ali Blvd, Louisville, KY 40203

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,516 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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.

Greyhound Washington Louisville recent customer reviews

Good Experience

Portia M.

June 21, 2021

FlixBus

3.5/512,134 reviews

Staff4.1

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, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to Louisville 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 Washington to Louisville?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Louisville start from $93. The average price for this route is around $117. 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 Washington to Louisville?
The average bus trip duration from Washington to Louisville is 22h 15m, covering a distance of 471 miles (759 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Louisville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Louisville?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Louisville at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Louisville?
A bus trip from Washington to Louisville 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 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 87500 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 has the most timely service from Washington to Louisville?
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 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.

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$86

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$86

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$86

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Louisville was searched and found on Jan 22, 2026 with a price of $85

To 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 $85 to $194 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 $85 which is on 2026-01-23.

Usually FlixBus 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.