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

The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to New Orleans start from $140. The average price for this route is around $235. 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 Wilmington to New Orleans?

The average bus trip duration from Wilmington to New Orleans is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1059 miles (1707 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Wilmington to New Orleans route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to New Orleans?

The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to New Orleans at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.

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

A bus trip from Wilmington to New Orleans generates an estimated 43 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Wilmington to New Orleans from $126 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Wilmington to New Orleans on December 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:50pm	Delaware Rest Stop S	1d 14h	8:35am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:25pm	Wilmington Bus Station	1d 9h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	9:25pm	Wilmington Bus Station	1d 19h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:30pm	Newark (DE)	1d 11h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:30pm	Newark (DE)	1d 21h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Wilmington 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, 14 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $140, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d 14hAverage Duration

1059 milesDistance

43kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$140 - $510	Average Duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 43kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$171 - $1,038	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 156kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Wilmington and New Orleans?

Stops in Wilmington

A
Wilmington Bus Station
Wilmington Bus Station, 101 N French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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B
Wilmington Station
100 French St, Wilmington, DE 19801, USA
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C
Wilmington Bus Stop
101 N French , Wilmington, DE 19801

Stops in New Orleans

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

Greyhound

3.5/587,447 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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wilmington to New Orleans start from $140. The average price for this route is around $235. 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 Wilmington to New Orleans?
The average bus trip duration from Wilmington to New Orleans is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 1059 miles (1707 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Wilmington to New Orleans route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 12 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Wilmington to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Wilmington to New Orleans at 1:45am. And the latest bus departs at 9:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wilmington to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Wilmington to New Orleans generates an estimated 43 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/21

$436

12/22

$246

Today

$407

12/24

$183

12/25

$158

12/26

No data

12/27

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The cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $158

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Wilmington, DE to New Orleans, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $158 to $436 for a bus ticket from Wilmington, DE to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $158 which is on 2025-12-25.