Bus Tickets from Washington (DC), US to Lexington (KY)

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 18 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: June 19 at
    Destination city: Lexington
    Destination location: WJW Investments Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 18 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: June 19 at
    Destination city: Lexington
    Destination location: WJW Investments Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 18 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: June 19 at
    Destination city: Lexington
    Destination location: WJW Investments Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 18 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave
    Arrival time: June 19 at
    Destination city: Lexington
    Destination location: WJW Investments Bus Stop
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: June 18 at
    Departure city: Washington
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: June 19 at
    Destination city: Lexington
    Destination location: WJW Investments Bus Stop
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Washington to Lexington: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$136
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 5h
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure2:30am
Distance657 km
Latest bus departure11:55pm

Washington to Lexington Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Washington (DC), US - Lexington (KY)

  1. How long is the bus trip from Washington to Lexington?

    The typical travel time from Washington to Lexington by bus is around 1d 5h. The fastest bus on this trip will get to Lexington in 21h 35m

  2. How far is Washington from Lexington?

    It's about 657 km (408 miles) from Washington to Lexington.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Washington to Lexington?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Union Station, in Washington, and end it at WJW Investments Bus Stop, in Lexington.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Washington to Lexington?

    The least expensive option to go from Washington to Lexington would be going by bus. With a starting ticket price of US$84, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Washington to Lexington?

    Taking the bus from Washington to Lexington costs on average US$136.

  6. Can I take an overnight bus from Washington to Lexington?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from Washington until 11:55pm and reaching Lexington on the following day.

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

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06-15
US$135
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US$118
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06-18
US$87
06-19
US$90
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Washington to Lexington was searched and found on Jun 18, 2025 with a price of US$87

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Washington to Lexington, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$87 to US$166 for a bus ticket from Washington to Lexington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$87 which is on 2025-06-18.

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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 Lexington.

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Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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

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

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