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Compare all timetables for the bus from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.
today
$118
tomorrow
$109
Tuesday
$109
Wednesday
$110
Thursday
$102
Friday
$102
Saturday
$121

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 24h 20m 9:15 AM Washington, DC Union Station 8:35 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $118
Greyhound US 30h 45m 11:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $123
FlixBus 26h 5m 3:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 4:50 PM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $133

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 24h 20m 9:15 AM Washington, DC Union Station 8:35 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $109
Greyhound US 30h 45m 11:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $111
Greyhound US 26h 40m 3:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $116
FlixBus 26h 5m 3:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 4:50 PM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $122

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 24h 20m 9:15 AM Washington, DC Union Station 8:35 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $109
Greyhound US 26h 40m 3:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $110
Greyhound US 30h 45m 11:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $115
FlixBus 26h 5m 3:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 4:50 PM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $116

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 26h 20m 7:15 AM Washington, DC Union Station 8:35 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $110
FlixBus 26h 5m 3:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 4:50 PM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $110
Greyhound US 30h 45m 11:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $116
Greyhound US 26h 40m 3:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $119

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 26h 20m 7:15 AM Washington, DC Union Station 8:35 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $102
Greyhound US 26h 40m 3:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $108
Greyhound US 30h 45m 11:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $112
FlixBus 26h 5m 3:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 4:50 PM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $141

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 24h 20m 9:15 AM Washington, DC Union Station 8:35 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $102
Greyhound US 30h 45m 11:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $105
Greyhound US 26h 40m 3:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $114
FlixBus 26h 5m 3:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 4:50 PM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $129

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 24h 20m 9:15 AM Washington, DC Union Station 8:35 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $121
Greyhound US 26h 40m 3:50 AM Washington, DC Union Station 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $126
Greyhound US 30h 45m 11:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $135
FlixBus 26h 5m 3:45 PM Washington, DC Union Station 4:50 PM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station  Economy $168
  • Did you know that if you travel from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA via Atlanta, GA, you can save more than $14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      34h 50m
      0
      10:45 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      11:25 AM
      Atlanta, GA
      Garnett Transit Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $45
      • Waiting Time 12h 55m
    • Greyhound US
      9h 15m
      0
      12:20 AM
      Atlanta, GA
      Garnett Transit Station
      8:35 AM
      New Orleans, LA
      Canal and Charles
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $62
    Travel time is 11h 30m longer, but you will save $14

Frequency of bus connections between Washington, DC and New Orleans, LA

See here how frequent the connections between Washington, DC and New Orleans, LA are, during different times and days of the week.
Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 8 daily buses from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 3 daily coaches between Washington, DC and New Orleans, LA.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 9 buses from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA, while Night sees the fewest connections between Washington, DC and New Orleans, LA, with 8 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 8/16/2026 costs just $98, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 5 times every day by bus from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA starting from $98!

Cheapest Bus $98
Fastest Bus 23h 20m
Earliest Bus 9:15 AM
Latest Bus 11:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes 5 Ø
Distance 964.8 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA

Every day, 5 buses from 2 bus companies leave Washington, DC for New Orleans, LA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 07/26/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 07/26
$118
Monday 07/27
$109
Tuesday 07/28
$109
Wednesday 07/29
$109
Thursday 07/30
$106
Friday 07/31
$102
Saturday 08/01
$121
Sunday 08/02
$116
Monday 08/03
$111
Tuesday 08/04
$111
Wednesday 08/05
$110
Thursday 08/06
$110
Friday 08/07
$112
Saturday 08/08
$112
Sunday 08/09
$112
Monday 08/10
$105
Tuesday 08/11
$109
Wednesday 08/12
$117
Thursday 08/13
Friday 08/14
Saturday 08/15
Sunday 08/16
$98
Monday 08/17
$105
Tuesday 08/18
Wednesday 08/19
Thursday 08/20
Friday 08/21
Saturday 08/22

The cheapest time to travel from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $98, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $112.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA, with $98. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $110.

How to save money travelling from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Washington, DC and New Orleans, LA

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Washington, DC and New Orleans, LA.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA? Or which bus companies serve the route Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA bus

How much does a Washington, DC New Orleans, LA bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $98 and takes 23h 20m to reach New Orleans, LA. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $98 and $168. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to New Orleans, LA.

On average, how many connections are available from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA each day?

Every day, the Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA bus route is served by approximately 5 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA take?

The fastest bus from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA is offered by FlixBus and takes 23h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $118. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA?

The earliest bus arriving in New Orleans, LA from Washington, DC starts at 9:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA?

The latest bus trip departing from Washington, DC for New Orleans, LA starts at 11:45 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Washington, DC New Orleans, LA route?

When traveling by bus from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Washington, DC and New Orleans, LA?

You can check all the direct connections between Washington, DC and New Orleans, LA by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Washington, DC New Orleans, LA bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Washington, DC New Orleans, LA bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Washington, DC to New Orleans, LA

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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