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

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to New Orleans start from $98. The average price for this route is around $200. 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 Washington to New Orleans?

The average bus trip duration from Washington to New Orleans is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 971 miles (1566 km). The quickest bus can get 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 12 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 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to New Orleans generates an estimated 39 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 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 87435 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 has the most timely service from Washington 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 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 $105 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Washington to New Orleans on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:10am	Springfield Bus Stop, VA	2d 7h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	9:15am	Union Station	1d	8:40am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	10:20am	Springfield Bus Stop, VA	1d 23h	8:40am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	6:30pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	1d 23h	5:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	10:40pm	Union Station	1d 7h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

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, 12 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d 12hAverage Duration

971 milesDistance

39kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$98 - $451	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$169 - $1,180	Average Duration2d	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

3.5/587,461 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

Stuart C.

September 1, 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.

October 25, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511,795 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US 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 Washington to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to New Orleans start from $98. The average price for this route is around $200. 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 Washington to New Orleans?
The average bus trip duration from Washington to New Orleans is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 971 miles (1566 km). The quickest bus can get 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 12 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 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Washington to New Orleans generates an estimated 39 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 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 87435 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 has the most timely service from Washington 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 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

12/27

$133

12/28

$147

Today

$140

12/30

$133

12/31

$155

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 27, 2025 with a price of $133

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 $133 to $270 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 $133 which is on 2025-12-30.