Bus from Lafayette, IN to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Lafayette to Washington on January 12
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Lafayette Bus Stop
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus StopCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Lafayette Bus Stop
Union StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Lafayette Bus Stop
Union StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Lafayette Bus Stop
Union StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Lafayette Bus Stop
Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery AveNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Lafayette to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 17 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $176, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day
17h 45mAverage Duration
860 kmDistance
21kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$176 - $350Average Duration17h 45m
21kg CO₂e
Average Price$355 - $355Average Duration20h 48m
79kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Lafayette, IN 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 Lafayette to Washington?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Lafayette to Washington start from $176. The average price for this route is around $315. 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 Lafayette to Washington?

    The average bus travel time from Lafayette to Washington is 17h 45m, covering a distance of 860 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 17h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Lafayette to Washington route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Lafayette to Washington?

    The earliest bus departs from Lafayette to Washington at 4:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:55pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lafayette to Washington?

    A bus trip from Lafayette to Washington generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Lafayette to Washington?

    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 87463 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lafayette to Washington?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Lafayette to Washington?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Lafayette to Washington?

    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.

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