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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
$96
tomorrow
$107
Saturday
$107
Sunday
$107
Monday
$99
Tuesday
$98
Wednesday
$100

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 20h 25m 1:55 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 10:20 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $96
Greyhound US 23h 15m 7:25 AM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 6:40 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $97
Greyhound US 23h 20m 10:55 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 10:15 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $97
FlixBus 20h 15m 7:30 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 3:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $97
FlixBus 22h 45m 10:05 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 8:50 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $97

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 23h 35m 2:50 AM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 2:25 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $107
Greyhound US 23h 15m 7:25 AM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 6:40 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $107
Greyhound US 23h 20m 10:55 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 10:15 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $107
FlixBus 20h 15m 7:30 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 3:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $107
FlixBus 22h 45m 10:05 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 8:50 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $107

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 23h 35m 2:50 AM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 2:25 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $107
Greyhound US 23h 15m 7:25 AM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 6:40 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $107
Greyhound US 20h 35m 10:10 AM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $107
FlixBus 20h 15m 7:30 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 3:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $107
FlixBus 22h 45m 10:05 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 8:50 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $107
  • Did you know that if you travel from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC via Silver Spring, MD, you can save more than $11? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      23h 35m
      0
      2:50 AM
      Louisville, KY
      Greyhound Bus Station
      1:35 AM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $88
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • Greyhound US
      0h 45m
      0
      1:40 AM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      2:25 AM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $8
    Travel time is 3h 20m longer, but you will save $11

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 23h 35m 2:50 AM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 2:25 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $107
Greyhound US 23h 20m 10:55 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 10:15 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $107
FlixBus 20h 15m 7:30 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 3:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $107
FlixBus 22h 45m 10:05 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 8:50 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $107
Greyhound US 20h 35m 10:10 AM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $108
  • Did you know that if you travel from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC via Silver Spring, MD, you can save more than $12? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      20h 35m
      0
      10:10 AM
      Louisville, KY
      Greyhound Bus Station
      5:55 AM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $88
      • Waiting Time 0h 5m
    • Greyhound US
      0h 45m
      0
      6:00 AM
      Silver Spring, MD
      Bus Stop
      6:45 AM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $7
    Travel time is 0h 20m longer, but you will save $12

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 23h 30m 3:35 AM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 3:05 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $99
Greyhound US 20h 35m 10:10 AM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 6:45 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $99
Greyhound US 28h 10m 10:55 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 3:05 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $99
FlixBus 30h 10m 7:30 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 1:40 AM Washington, DC Dupont Circle Station  Economy $99
FlixBus 20h 15m 7:30 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 3:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $100

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 23h 30m 3:35 AM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 3:05 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $98
Greyhound US 20h 30m 3:05 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 11:35 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $98
FlixBus 20h 15m 7:30 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 3:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $98
FlixBus 30h 10m 7:30 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 1:40 AM Washington, DC Dupont Circle Station  Economy $98
Greyhound US 23h 15m 7:25 AM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 6:40 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $99

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 23h 15m 7:25 AM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 6:40 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $100
Greyhound US 20h 25m 1:55 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 10:20 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $100
Greyhound US 20h 30m 3:05 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 11:35 AM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $100
FlixBus 20h 15m 7:30 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 3:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $100
FlixBus 22h 45m 10:05 PM Louisville, KY Greyhound Bus Station 8:50 PM Washington, DC Union Station  Economy $100

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC is $85 on 6/16/2026. 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.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 20 daily buses from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 10 daily coaches between Louisville, KY and Washington, DC.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 32 buses from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Louisville, KY and Washington, DC, with 16 offers.

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

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 11 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 $85!

Cheapest Bus $85
Fastest Bus 20h 15m
Earliest Bus 2:50 AM
Latest Bus 10:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes 11 Ø
Distance 475.1 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC

Every day, 11 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 06/04/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/31
Monday 06/01
Tuesday 06/02
Wednesday 06/03
Thursday 06/04
$85
Friday 06/05
$85
Saturday 06/06
$107
Sunday 06/07
$107
Monday 06/08
$99
Tuesday 06/09
$98
Wednesday 06/10
$100
Thursday 06/11
$97
Friday 06/12
$85
Saturday 06/13
Sunday 06/14
$107
Monday 06/15
Tuesday 06/16
$85
Wednesday 06/17
$105
Thursday 06/18
$93
Friday 06/19
$91
Saturday 06/20
$100
Sunday 06/21
$105
Monday 06/22
$94
Tuesday 06/23
$106
Wednesday 06/24
Thursday 06/25
$102
Friday 06/26
$107
Saturday 06/27

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 $85, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC. Wednesday 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 $85. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $97.

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 $85 and takes 20h 25m 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 $85 and $121. 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 11 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 20h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $97. 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 2:50 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 10:55 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.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 11 daily trips between Louisville, KY and Washington, DC. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Louisville, KY to Washington, DC?

Prices and availability for 11 trips between Louisville, KY and Washington, DC change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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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