How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Lafayette?

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Lafayette start from $196. The average price for this route is around $230. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Washington to Lafayette?

The average bus travel time from Washington to Lafayette is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 1671 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Lafayette route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Lafayette at 2:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Lafayette generates an estimated 42 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Washington to Lafayette?

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 87412 reviews.

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

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

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

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.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Lafayette?

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.

Bus Washington to Lafayette from $212 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Washington to Lafayette on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	Union Station	1d 17h	1:25am	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	2d 5h	12:50pm	Lafayette Transit System	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	8:30am	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	2d 5h	12:50pm	Lafayette Transit System	No tags
	Bus	8:30am	Union Station	1d 13h	9:10pm	Lafayette Transit System	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	10:40pm	Union Station	1d 12h	10:15am	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to Lafayette

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lafayette. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $196, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

1d 10hAverage Duration

1671 kmDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$196 - $321	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$561 - $561	Average Duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 152kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Lafayette?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Stops in Lafayette

A
TA Travel Center - Lafayette
1701 N University Ave, Lafayette, LA 70507, USA
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B
Lafayette A and J Travel Bus Station
100 Lee Ave, Lafayette, LA 70501
C
Lafayette Bus Stop
2405 Cameron St, Lafayette, LA, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,431 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,602 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, US to Lafayette, LA by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Washington to Lafayette?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Lafayette start from $196. The average price for this route is around $230. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Washington to Lafayette?
The average bus travel time from Washington to Lafayette is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 1671 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Lafayette route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Washington to Lafayette?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Lafayette at 2:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Lafayette?
A bus trip from Washington to Lafayette generates an estimated 42 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Washington to Lafayette?
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 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to Lafayette?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Washington to Lafayette?
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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Washington to Lafayette?
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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The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to Lafayette, LA was searched and found on Dec 18, 2025 with a price of $212

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 $212 to $214 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 $212 which is on 2025-12-18.