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Compare all timetables for the bus from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

today
$105
tomorrow
Tuesday
$96
Wednesday
$93
Thursday
$90
Friday
$95
Saturday
$99

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 20h 30m 10:15 AM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $105
Greyhound US 20h 25m 1:55 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 10:20 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $106
FlixBus 19h 45m 8:00 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 3:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $107
Greyhound US 20h 25m 3:10 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 11:35 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $109
FlixBus 29h 40m 8:00 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 1:40 AM Washington, DC Dupont Circle Station  Economy $110
  • Did you know that if you travel from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC via Pittsburgh, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      20h 30m
      0
      10:15 AM
      Louisville, KY
      Greyhound Bus Station
      12:20 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $63
      • Waiting Time 1h 10m
    • Greyhound US
      5h 15m
      0
      1:30 AM
      Pittsburgh
      Grant Street Transportation Center
      6:45 AM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $31
    Travel time is 0h 45m longer, but you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 21h 45m 3:00 AM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 12:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $96
Greyhound US 20h 30m 10:15 AM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $96
Greyhound US 20h 25m 1:55 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 10:20 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $96
Greyhound US 34h 30m 3:10 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 1:40 AM Washington, DC Dupont Circle Station  Economy $107
Greyhound US 20h 25m 3:10 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 11:35 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $108

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 20h 30m 10:15 AM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $93
Greyhound US 20h 25m 1:55 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 10:20 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $93
Greyhound US 20h 25m 3:10 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 11:35 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $93
FlixBus 19h 45m 8:00 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 3:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $96
FlixBus 29h 40m 8:00 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 1:40 AM Washington, DC Dupont Circle Station  Economy $101

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 20h 30m 10:15 AM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $90
Greyhound US 20h 25m 3:10 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 11:35 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $91
FlixBus 19h 45m 8:00 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 3:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $91
Greyhound US 20h 25m 1:55 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 10:20 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $93
FlixBus 29h 40m 8:00 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 1:40 AM Washington, DC Dupont Circle Station  Economy $117

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 21h 45m 3:00 AM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 12:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $95
Greyhound US 20h 30m 10:15 AM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $95
Greyhound US 20h 25m 3:10 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 11:35 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $95
Greyhound US 20h 25m 1:55 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 10:20 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $104
Greyhound US 34h 30m 3:10 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 1:40 AM Washington, DC Dupont Circle Station  Economy $104

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 20h 30m 10:15 AM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $99
Greyhound US 20h 25m 1:55 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 10:20 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $100
Greyhound US 20h 25m 3:10 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 11:35 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $100
FlixBus 19h 45m 8:00 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 3:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $105
FlixBus 29h 40m 8:00 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 1:40 AM Washington, DC Dupont Circle Station  Economy $126

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC is $84 on 7/29/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Louisville, KY and Washington, DC

See here how frequent the connections between Louisville, KY and Washington, DC are, during different times and days of the week.
Wednesday is the busiest day, with more than 12 daily buses from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Louisville, KY and Washington, DC.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 22 buses from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC, while Night sees the fewest connections between Louisville, KY and Washington, DC, with 8 offers.

Facts about the bus from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 9 times every day by bus from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC in one click! Book your bus ticket from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC starting from $84!

Cheapest Bus $84
Fastest Bus 19h 45m
Earliest Bus 10:15 AM
Latest Bus 8:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes 9 Ø
Distance 475.1 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC

Every day, 9 buses from 2 bus companies leave Louisville, KY for Washington, DC: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/26/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/26
$105
Monday 07/27
Tuesday 07/28
$96
Wednesday 07/29
$84
Thursday 07/30
$90
Friday 07/31
$84
Saturday 08/01
$103
Sunday 08/02
$105
Monday 08/03
$100
Tuesday 08/04
$99
Wednesday 08/05
$100
Thursday 08/06
$84
Friday 08/07
$100
Saturday 08/08
$102
Sunday 08/09
$102
Monday 08/10
$99
Tuesday 08/11
$99
Wednesday 08/12
$103
Thursday 08/13
$106
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15
Sunday 08/16
$100
Monday 08/17
Tuesday 08/18
$102
Wednesday 08/19
Thursday 08/20
Friday 08/21
Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $84, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $100.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC, with $84. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $91.

How to save money travelling from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Louisville, KY and Washington, DC

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Louisville, KY and Washington, DC.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC? Or which bus companies serve the route Louisville, KY to Washington, DC? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Louisville, KY to Washington, DC bus

How much does a Louisville, KY Washington, DC bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $84 and takes 20h 30m to reach Washington, DC. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $84 and $133. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Washington, DC.

On average, how many connections are available from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC each day?

Every day, the Louisville, KY to Washington, DC bus route is served by approximately 9 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC take?

The fastest bus from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC is offered by FlixBus and takes 19h 45m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $111. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC?

The earliest bus arriving in Washington, DC from Louisville, KY starts at 10:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC?

The latest bus trip departing from Louisville, KY for Washington, DC starts at 8:00 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Louisville, KY Washington, DC route?

When traveling by bus from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Louisville, KY and Washington, DC?

You can check all the direct connections between Louisville, KY and Washington, DC by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Louisville, KY to Washington, DC bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Louisville, KY Washington, DC bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Louisville, KY Washington, DC bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Louisville, KY to Washington, DC

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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