Bus from New Orleans to Washington, DC, US: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Washington on January 9
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
Hyattsville New Carrollton Bus StopCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
New Orleans Bus Station
Union StationFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
Union StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
Union StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go 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, 4 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $160, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
1d 4hAverage Duration
1569 kmDistance
39kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$160 - $676Average Duration1d 4h
39kg CO₂e
Average Price$240 - $2,017Average Duration1d 6h
142kg CO₂e

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

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Washington start from $160. The average price for this route is around $274. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from New Orleans to Washington?

    The average bus travel time from New Orleans to Washington is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 1569 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. 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.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New Orleans to Washington?

    The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Washington at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

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

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

  6. What 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 5696 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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.

  9. 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
01-06
$263
01-07
$187
Today
$170
01-09
$189
01-10
$189
01-11
$184
01-12
$170
01-13
$170
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New Orleans to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 8, 2026 with a price of $170

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 $170 to $1,011 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 $170 which is on 2026-01-12.

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 New Orleans to Washington, DC, US?

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