Next departures for Washington to New Orleans on November 27
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Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
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Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus Stop
New Orleans Bus Station
Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Union Station
New Orleans Bus Station
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Union Station
New Orleans Bus Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Union Station
New Orleans Bus Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Union Station
New Orleans Bus Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Washington to New Orleans
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
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.
3 out of 5 stars
Stuart C.
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.
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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US to New Orleans by bus
How far is Washington from New Orleans?
Washington and New Orleans are 964 miles (1554 km) apart.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Washington to New Orleans?
Most of the buses traveling from Washington to New Orleans leave from Union Station and arrive at Union Passenger Terminal. These are the most popular departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in New Orleans?
Once in New Orleans, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The National WWII Museum, Mardi Gras Carnival, Audubon Aquarium Of The Americas, New Orleans Streetcars and Jean Lafitte National Historical Park And Preserve.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/24
$320
11/25
$235
Today
$377
11/27
$253
11/28
$175
11/29
$226
11/30
$279
12/01
$152
The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $152
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 $152 to $406 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 $152 which is on 2025-12-01.
What's the cheapest way to go from Washington, DC, US to New Orleans?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination