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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Detroit Bus Station | New Orleans Bus Station | Cheapest | |||||
 | Detroit Bus Station | New Orleans Bus Station | Fastest | |||||
 | Amtrak Station | Union Passenger Terminal | No tags | |||||
| Detroit Bus Station | New Orleans Bus Station | No tags | |||||
| Amtrak Station | Union Passenger Terminal | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Detroit to New Orleans
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $99, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to New Orleans by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Detroit to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to New Orleans start from $99. The average price for this route is around $173. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Detroit to New Orleans?
The average bus trip duration from Detroit to New Orleans is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 938 miles (1513 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to New Orleans route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Detroit to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Detroit to New Orleans at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Detroit to New Orleans generates an estimated 38 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Detroit to New Orleans?
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 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Detroit to New Orleans?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Detroit to New Orleans?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Detroit to New Orleans?
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.
The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 30, 2025 with a price of $158To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Detroit, MI to New Orleans, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $158 to $2,051 for a bus ticket from Detroit, MI to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $158 which is on 2025-12-30.
Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
What's the cheapest way to go from Detroit, MI to New Orleans?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
