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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Washington, DC to Lexington, KY
Cheapest price
$109
Average price
$123
Fastest journey
21 h 55 m
Average duration
23 h 18 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
656 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Washington, DC to Lexington, KY is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Washington, DC to Lexington, KY will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $109.
It's difficult to get from Washington, DC to Lexington, KY without transferring at least once.
· · 5:35 PM22h00Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station3:35 PMLexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1091One-way2 transfers
FlixBus+ · 11:45 PM26h00Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station1:45 AMLexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1171One-way2 transfers- · 3:50 AM21h55Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station1:45 AMLexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1431One-way1 transfer
- · 3:50 AM21h55Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station1:45 AMLexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1431One-way1 transfer
- · · 5:35 PM22h00Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station3:35 PMLexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1091One-way2 transfers
- FlixBus+ · 11:45 PM26h00Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station1:45 AMLexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY$1171One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Washington, DC to Lexington, KY
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Washington, DC to Lexington, KY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $154. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $154, and a flight costs an average of $139.
Distance: 407 miles (656 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$181 Average price Cheapest | $371 Average price | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
21h 9m Average total duration 20h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Washington, DC to Lexington, KY:
A bus is $191 (€156) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Washington, DC to Lexington, KY costing on average $371 (€304).
Other travel options to Lexington, KY take longer:
Bus takes on average 20h 39m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Washington, DC to Lexington, KY Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 21h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 26h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $96 |
Live departures
Washington, DC to Lexington, KY bus times
The table below shows live departures for Washington, DC to Lexington, KY buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| · · | 5:35 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 22h00 | 3:35 PM Lexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus+ · | 11:45 PM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 26h00 | 1:45 AM Lexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
| · | 3:50 AM Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station | 21h55 | 1:45 AM Lexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Washington, DC to Lexington, KY
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Buses from Washington, DC to Lexington, KY run on average 4 times per day, taking around 20h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $154 (€126) but you can travel from only $139 (€114) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 407 miles (656 km) distance in 22h 0m.
Distance 407 miles (656 km) |
Average bus duration 20h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $154 (€126) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 22h 0m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Washington, DC to Lexington, KYYou can travel by bus between Washington, DC to Lexington, KY with Greyhound for as low as $139 (€114). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Washington, DC to Lexington, KY
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Washington, DC to Lexington, KY by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lexington, KY, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Washington, DC to Lexington, KY
Most Washington, DC to Lexington, KY buses use the Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station to Lexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare Washington, DC and Lexington, KY bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Washington, DC station do buses to Lexington, KY leave from?
Getting to Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station from Washington city centre
Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station is 2 km from Washington city centre. Public transport options include:
Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station bus station facilities and services
Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Shake Shack (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and food court.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Washington, Columbus Circle, Union Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Washington, DuPont Circle (Connecticut Ave. NW / 20th St. NW) from Washington city centre
Getting to Lexington, NW New Circle Rd (Greyhound Bus Station) from Lexington city centre
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