How can I travel from Washington to Louisville without flying?

You can travel between these two cities by bus or train. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most convenient and sustainable way. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Louisville from Washington by bus?

The average travel time from Washington to Louisville is about 22h 20m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 18h 50m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 473 miles (763 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from Washington to Louisville?

The distance between the two cities is 473 miles (763 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Washington to Louisville?

The majority of buses traveling from Washington to Louisville start their journey at Union Station and wind up at Louisville Greyhound Bus Station. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

What is the most affordable way to go from Washington to Louisville?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, take the bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $99.

How much are the bus tickets from Washington to Louisville?

The average bus ticket price from Washington to Louisville is $168. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $99 and $312, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Washington (DC), US to Louisville Bus Tickets

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Louisville.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$99 - $312	Average Duration22h 20m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$263 - $329	Average Duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 70kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Washington to Louisville

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Louisville. The journey takes about 22 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

22h 20mAverage Duration

$99Cheapest ticket

19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Washington to Louisville: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$168

Average bus trip duration22h 20m

Number of daily buses8

Earliest bus departure5:50am

Distance465 miles (750 km)

Latest bus departure11:55pm

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Greyhound

3.5/586,947 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

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

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June 21, 2021

FlixBus

3.5/58,426 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

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, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Wanda Coach

Washington to Louisville Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Washington and Louisville?

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Stops in Louisville

A - Louisville Greyhound Bus Station

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Washington to Louisville.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Washington to Louisville, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Washington to Louisville.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Washington to Louisville, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington to Louisville?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time22h 20m	Avg Price$168	Daily Departures8
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 2h	Avg Price$263	Daily Departures1

Will you be returning to Washington by bus?

Bus from Washington to Louisville

You can also go to Louisville by train

Train from Washington to Louisville

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