Find coaches from New Orleans to Washington, DC, US

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Next departures from New Orleans to Washington on 4 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    		New Orleans Bus Station
    		Union StationCheapestFastest
    Greyhound Lines, Inc.
      		New Orleans Bus Station
      		Union StationNo tags
      Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
        		New Orleans Bus Station
        		Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery AveNo tags
        Greyhound Lines, Inc.
          		New Orleans Bus Station
          		Union StationNo tags
          Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
            		New Orleans Bus Station
            		Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery AveNo tags

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            Compare 2 ways to travel 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, 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            11bus per day
            1d 7hAverage duration
            1556 kmDistance
            39kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average priceUS$88 - US$342Average duration1d 7h
            39kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average priceUS$169 - US$1 269Average duration1d 6h
            142kg CO₂e

            Bus New Orleans to Washington, DC, US: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$144
            Average bus trip duration1d 7h
            Number of daily buses11
            Earliest bus departure05:10
            Distance1555 km
            Latest bus departure23:15

            New Orleans to Washington Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip New Orleans - Washington, DC, US

            1. How much does a bus ticket from New Orleans to Washington cost?

              The bus ticket price from New Orleans to Washington starts at US$88. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New Orleans to Washington is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

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

              The average travel time between New Orleans and Washington is around 1d 7h, although the fastest bus will take about 23h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1554 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between New Orleans and Washington?

              The number of buses from New Orleans to Washington can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New Orleans to Washington by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from New Orleans to Washington?

              When taking the bus from New Orleans to Washington, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Amtrak.

            Find cheapest prices for buses

            Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

            Best price found
            30/10
            US$170
            31/10
            US$160
            Today
            US$178
            02/11
            US$172
            03/11
            US$135
            04/11
            US$157
            05/11
            US$156
            06/11
            US$140
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New Orleans to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 03 Nov 2025 with a price of US$135

            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 US$135 to US$303 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 US$135, which is on 2025-11-03.

            About Bus Travel

            Bus Travel Tips

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            Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from New Orleans to Washington, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from New Orleans to Washington will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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            Did you know?

            The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

            The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

            Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

            What's the cheapest way to go from New Orleans to Washington, DC, US?

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