How much is the bus ticket from Winston-Salem to New Orleans?

The cheapest bus tickets from Winston-Salem to New Orleans start from $110. The average price for this route is around $132. 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 Winston-Salem to New Orleans?

The average bus trip duration from Winston-Salem to New Orleans is 21h 5m, covering a distance of 716 miles (1154 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Winston-Salem to New Orleans route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Winston-Salem to New Orleans?

The earliest bus departs from Winston-Salem to New Orleans at 9:25am. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Winston-Salem to New Orleans?

A bus trip from Winston-Salem to New Orleans generates an estimated 29 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 Winston-Salem 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 5597 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Winston-Salem 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 has the most timely service from Winston-Salem to New Orleans?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem to New Orleans from $110 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Winston-Salem to New Orleans on November 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:20pm	Winston Salem Greyhound Bus Station	22h 35m	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:20am	Winston Salem Greyhound Bus Station	20h 10m	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	4:10pm	Winston Salem Greyhound Bus Station	17h 30m	8:40am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:00pm	Winston Salem Greyhound Bus Station	22h 55m	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:25pm	Winston Salem Greyhound Bus Station	1d 9h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Get from Winston-Salem to New Orleans

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 21 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

21h 5mAverage Duration

716 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Winston-Salem and New Orleans?

Stops in Winston-Salem

A
Winston Salem Greyhound Bus Station
100 W 5th St, Winston Salem, NC 27101
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B
E Sprague St
841 E Sprague St, Winston-Salem, NC 27107, USA
C
Winston-Salem Bus Stop
2500 Old Lexington Rd, Winston-Salem, NC 27107, USA
D
1237 Silas Creek Pkwy
1237 Silas Creek Pkwy., Winston-Salem, NC 27127 (Hong Kong King Buffet)

Stops in New Orleans

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

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 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.

Amtrak

4/55,611 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Winston-Salem 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 Winston-Salem to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Winston-Salem to New Orleans start from $110. The average price for this route is around $132. 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 Winston-Salem to New Orleans?
The average bus trip duration from Winston-Salem to New Orleans is 21h 5m, covering a distance of 716 miles (1154 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 17h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Winston-Salem to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Winston-Salem to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Winston-Salem to New Orleans at 9:25am. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Winston-Salem to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Winston-Salem to New Orleans generates an estimated 29 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 Winston-Salem 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 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Winston-Salem 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 has the most timely service from Winston-Salem to New Orleans?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Winston-Salem 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.

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

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The cheapest trip from Winston-Salem to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $110

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

You can expect to pay from $110 to $739 for a bus ticket from Winston-Salem to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $110 which is on 2025-12-01.

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.