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

The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to New Orleans start at R 1 694. The average price for this route is around R 2 801. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus journey time from Detroit to New Orleans is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1513 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Detroit to New Orleans route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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 06:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.

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

A bus trip from Detroit to New Orleans produces an estimated 38 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 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 5627 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 offers the most punctual service from Detroit 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 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.

Bus Detroit to New Orleans from R 2 120 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Detroit to New Orleans on 16 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:25	Detroit Bus Station	1d 19h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
21:30	Amtrak Station	2d	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
21:30	Amtrak Station	2d	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to New Orleans on 17 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:25	Detroit Bus Station	1d 19h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
16:20	Detroit Bus Station	1d 2h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
21:30	Amtrak Station	2d	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
06:40	Detroit Bus Station	1d 2h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
19:30	Detroit Bus Station	1d 11h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to New Orleans on 18 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	19:30	Detroit Bus Station	1d 11h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	16:20	Detroit Bus Station	1d 2h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	21:30	Amtrak Station	2d	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	1d 2h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	1d 7h	05:45	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to New Orleans on 19 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	20:15	Detroit Bus Station	1d 20h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	Cheapest
	16:20	Detroit Bus Station	1d 2h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	21:30	Amtrak Station	2d	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	1d 2h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	1d 7h	05:45	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Detroit to New Orleans on 21 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	19:30	Detroit Bus Station	1d 11h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	16:20	Detroit Bus Station	1d 2h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	06:40	Detroit Bus Station	1d 2h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	23:25	Detroit Bus Station	1d 7h	05:45	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	20:15	Detroit Bus Station	1d 20h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:14 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Detroit 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, 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 694, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 7hAverage duration

1513 kmDistance

38kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 694 - R 6 939	Average duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 38kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 669 - R 13 704	Average duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 138kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Detroit and New Orleans?

Stops in Detroit

A
Detroit Bus Station
1001 Howard St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA
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Stops in New Orleans

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

Greyhound

3.5/587 434 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Amtrak

4/55 652 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511 630 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Detroit, MI 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 Detroit to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Detroit to New Orleans start at R 1 694. The average price for this route is around R 2 801. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Detroit to New Orleans?
The average bus journey time from Detroit to New Orleans is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1513 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Detroit to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
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 06:40. And the latest bus departs at 23:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Detroit to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Detroit to New Orleans produces an estimated 38 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 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 5627 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 offers the most punctual service from Detroit 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 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.

Best price found

14/12

R 3 305

15/12

R 3 923

Today

R 3 382

17/12

R 3 811

18/12

R 3 408

19/12

R 3 322

20/12

No data

21/12

R 3 451

The cheapest trip from Detroit, MI to New Orleans was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 305

To 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 R 3 305 to R 31 506 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 R 3 322, which is on 2025-12-19.

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.