Bus Tickets from Washington, DC, US to Lafayette, LA

Next departures

Next departures for Washington to Lafayette on August 25
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Union Station
Lafayette Transit SystemCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Union Station
Lafayette Transit SystemFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Union Station
Lafayette Transit SystemNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Union Station
Lafayette Transit SystemNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Union Station
Lafayette Transit SystemNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Lafayette

Bus
Average PriceUS$99 - US$346Average Duration1d 9h
42kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$241 - US$997Average Duration1d 18h
152kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Washington to Lafayette

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lafayette. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day
1d 9hAverage Duration
US$99Cheapest ticket
42kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Washington, DC, US to Lafayette, LA: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$154
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 9h
Number of daily buses15
Earliest bus departure2:40am
Distance1670 km
Latest bus departure11:55pm

Washington to Lafayette Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington, DC, US - Lafayette, LA

  1. What is the travel distance from Washington to Lafayette?

    The distance between Washington and Lafayette is approximately 1676 km (1039 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Washington to Lafayette?

    Buses departing from Union Station in Washington will take you to TA Travel Center - Lafayette in Lafayette.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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US$91
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Lafayette, LA was searched and found on Aug 27, 2025 with a price of US$90

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 Lafayette, LA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$90 to US$159 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to Lafayette, LA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$90 which is on 2025-08-27.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Washington to Lafayette.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 Lafayette, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Washington to Lafayette will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Washington to Lafayette while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to Lafayette, LA?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Washington, DC, US by bus?

Bus from Lafayette, LA to Washington, DC, US

You can also go to Lafayette, LA by train

Train from Washington, DC, US to Lafayette, LA

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