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

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to New Orleans start at R 1 651. The average price for this route is around R 3 349. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus journey time from Washington to New Orleans is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1579 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Washington to New Orleans route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to New Orleans at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.

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

A bus trip from Washington to New Orleans produces an estimated 39 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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

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 87463 reviews.

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

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

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

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 New Orleans?

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 New Orleans from R 1 640 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Washington to New Orleans on 5 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:40	Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop	1d 11h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	09:15	Union Station	1d	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	03:40	Union Station	1d 2h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	15:45	Union Station	1d 2h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	22:10	Union Station	1d 8h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 651, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

1d 11hAverage duration

1579 kmDistance

39kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 651 - R 6 425	Average duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 855 - R 15 818	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 142kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Washington and New Orleans?

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 New Orleans

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

Greyhound

3.5/587 477 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87477 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 812

Greyhound Washington New Orleans recent customer reviews

It was an adventure especially the first couple of stretches and when the bus was lit on fire.

Stuart C.

1 September 2019

The bus from Richmond to Atlanta arrived 3h late. So I’ve missed the bus to New Orléans, I’m still traveling and will arrive 12h later. I don’t understand why the bus left Charlotte one hour late; the bus was ready, cleaned and the new driver was there. Globally, the buses are fridges during the night, may be it help the driver to stay awake? It’s awful for us, we can’t have rest and we are frozen. The driver between Richmond and Charlotte didn’t speak, she was yelping on us.

Maryvonne L.

25 October 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511 886 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Washington to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to New Orleans start at R 1 651. The average price for this route is around R 3 349. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Washington to New Orleans?
The average bus journey time from Washington to New Orleans is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1579 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Washington to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to New Orleans at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Washington to New Orleans produces an estimated 39 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Washington to New Orleans?
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 87463 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington to New Orleans?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Washington to New Orleans?
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 New Orleans?
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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

02/01

R 2 299

03/01

R 2 645

Today

R 2 501

05/01

R 2 265

06/01

R 2 248

07/01

R 2 104

08/01

R 2 239

09/01

R 2 248

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to New Orleans was searched and found on 07 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 104

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 New Orleans as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 104 to R 4 462 for a bus ticket from Washington, DC, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 104, which is on 2026-01-07.