How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Washington?

The cheapest coach tickets from New Orleans to Washington start from £73. The average price for this route is around £112. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from New Orleans to Washington?

The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Washington is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 965 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Washington route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Washington?

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Washington at 05:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

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

A bus journey from New Orleans to Washington produces an estimated 39 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from New Orleans to Washington?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Washington?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from New Orleans to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans to Washington?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus New Orleans to Washington from £78 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Washington on 28 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	00:50	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus		21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	22:15	Union Station	Fastest

Next departures from New Orleans to Washington on 29 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	00:50	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	22:15	Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	05:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	09:10	Union Station	No tags
	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 1h	10:35	Union Station	No tags
	09:30	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 3h	13:47	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Washington on 30 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	17:40	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	22:15	Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	05:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	09:10	Union Station	No tags
	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 1h	10:35	Union Station	No tags
	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	16:25	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Washington on 31 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	17:40	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	22:15	Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	05:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	09:10	Union Station	No tags
	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 1h	10:35	Union Station	No tags
	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	16:25	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Washington on 1 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	17:40	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	23:05	Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	05:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	09:10	Union Station	No tags
	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 1h	10:35	Union Station	No tags
	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	16:25	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Washington on 2 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	17:40	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	23:05	Union Station	Fastest
	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 1h	10:35	Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 7h	07:55	Union Station	No tags
	09:30	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 3h	13:47	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Washington on 3 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	17:40	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	23:05	Union Station	Fastest
	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 1h	10:35	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 22h	12:20	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	09:30	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 3h	13:47	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Washington on 4 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	17:40	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	22:15	Union Station	Fastest
	08:05	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 1h	10:35	Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	13:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 22h	12:20	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	No tags
	09:30	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 3h	13:47	Union Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d 3hAverage duration

965 milesDistance

39kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£73 - £276	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£126 - £457	Average duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 142kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Washington?

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

Amtrak

4/55,751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from New Orleans to Washington, DC, US

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

How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Washington?
The cheapest coach tickets from New Orleans to Washington start from £73. The average price for this route is around £112. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from New Orleans to Washington?
The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Washington is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 965 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Washington route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Washington?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Washington at 05:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Washington?
A bus journey from New Orleans to Washington produces an estimated 39 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from New Orleans to Washington?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Washington?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from New Orleans to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans to Washington?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

26/01

£207

27/01

£127

Today

£100

29/01

£100

30/01

£92

31/01

£92

01/02

£92

02/02

£92

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of £92

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

You can expect to pay from £92 to £901 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £92, which is on 2026-01-30.