How far is Lafayette from Washington?

About 530 miles (854 km) separate Lafayette and Washington.

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

Most of the buses traveling from Lafayette to Washington leave from CityBus Center and arrive at Union Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Once in Washington, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are United States Capitol, The White House, Washington National Cathedral, Jefferson Memorial and National Air and Space Museum.

Bus Lafayette to Washington from $64 | Compare & Save up to 60%

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from $127

SunJun 29

from $137

MonJun 30

from $141

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from $135

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 28 at 4:30am
Departure city: Lafayette
Departure location: Lafayette Bus Stop
Arrival time: June 29 at 6:05am
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Union Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 1h
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 28 at 11:00pm
Departure city: Lafayette
Departure location: Lafayette Bus Stop
Arrival time: June 29 at 3:45pm
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Union Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h 45m
Departure time: June 28 at 11:00pm
Departure city: Lafayette
Departure location: Lafayette Bus Stop
Arrival time: June 29 at 3:45pm
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Union Station
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 16h 45m
Departure time: June 28 at 9:35am
Departure city: Lafayette
Departure location: Lafayette Bus Stop
Arrival time: June 29 at 9:55am
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Springfield Bus Stop, VA
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d
Departure time: June 28 at 4:30am
Departure city: Lafayette
Departure location: Lafayette Bus Stop
Arrival time: June 29 at 12:20pm
Destination city: Washington
Destination location: Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave
Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1d 7h

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Compare 2 ways to go from Lafayette to Washington.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$101 - $294	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$120 - $249	Average Duration20h 48m	CO₂ emissions 79kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends taking the train from Lafayette to Washington

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 20 hours 48 minutes and with fares starting at just $120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

20h 48mAverage Duration

$120Cheapest ticket

79kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Lafayette to Washington: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$172

Average bus trip duration1d 1h

Number of daily buses9.823529411764705

Earliest bus departure4:30am

Distance536 miles (863 km)

Latest bus departure11:00pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,062 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.

FlixBus

3.5/59,244 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, New York Trailways

Lafayette to Washington Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Lafayette to Washington.

Bus service from Lafayette to Washington will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Lafayette to Washington, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Where are the popular stops in Lafayette and Washington?

Stops in Lafayette

A - CityBus Center

Stops in Washington

A - Union Station

B - Dupont Circle

C - Metro Center Station

D - L’Enfant Plaza

E - 10th Street NW

F - Foggy Bottom

Frequently asked questions for your trip Lafayette, IN - Washington, DC, US

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

Best price found

06/23

$166

06/24

$166

Today

$64

06/26

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06/28

$184

06/29

$166

06/30

$166

The cheapest trip from Lafayette to Washington was searched and found on Jun 25, 2025 with a price of $64

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

You can expect to pay from $64 to $184 for a bus ticket from Lafayette to Washington based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $166 which is on 2025-06-29.

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Bus Travel Tips

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

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Lafayette to Washington that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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

Did you know?

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!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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Bus from Lafayette to Washington

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

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Bus Lafayette to Washington: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Lafayette and Washington?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Lafayette, IN - Washington, DC, US

How far is Lafayette from Washington?

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

What are the best sights and things to do in Washington?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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You can also go to Washington by train

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Why choose Busbud?

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