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Washington DC to New Orleans buses

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Trip Overview

The average bus between Washington DC and New Orleans takes 26h 54m and the fastest bus takes 24h 40m. The bus service runs several times per day from Washington DC to New Orleans. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

26h 54m
Duration
1,147 mi
Distance
$222
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

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  1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus bus FlixBus N2471 / ...
  2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to New Orleans Bus Stationbus bus Greyhound US0602
24h 55m
$177–342

Washington DC to New Orleans bus times

Buses run twice daily between Washington DC and New Orleans. The earliest departure is at 1:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Washington DC is at 3:32 PM which arrives into New Orleans at 4:50 PM. All services require a transfer at 13 St NW+G St NW and take an average of 26h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 1,147.5 mi
  • Duration: 26h 54m

What companies run services between Washington DC, USA and New Orleans, LA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Washington DC to New Orleans Bus Station via 13 St NW+G St NW, Massachusetts Av NE+1 St NE, Washington Union Station, and Atlanta Bus Station in around 24h 55m.

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