What is the cheapest way to get from Washington to New Orleans?

The cheapest way to get from Washington to New Orleans is to bus which costs $180 - $360 and takes 23h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington to New Orleans?

The fastest way to get from Washington to New Orleans is to fly which takes 3h 44m and costs $170 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Washington and New Orleans?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington station to New Orleans station. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at New Orleans Bus Station via Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Washington and New Orleans?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Washington Union Station station and arriving at New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27h 42m.

How far is it from Washington to New Orleans?

The distance between Washington and New Orleans is 987 miles. The road distance is 1078.2 miles.

How do I travel from Washington to New Orleans without a car?

The best way to get from Washington to New Orleans without a car is to bus which takes 23h 40m and costs $180 - $360.

How long does it take to get from Washington to New Orleans?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Washington to New Orleans, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington to New Orleans bus from?

Washington to New Orleans bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Where do I catch the Washington to New Orleans train from?

Washington to New Orleans train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Washington to New Orleans?

The best way to get from Washington to New Orleans is to fly which takes 3h 44m and costs $170 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $180 - $360 and takes 23h 40m, you could also train, which costs $370 - $800 and takes 27h 42m.

Where does the Washington to New Orleans bus arrive?

Washington to New Orleans bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Washington and New Orleans?

New Orleans is 1h behind Washington. It is currently 5:55 PM in Washington and 4:55 PM in New Orleans.

Where does the Washington to New Orleans train arrive?

Washington to New Orleans train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal station.

Can I drive from Washington to New Orleans?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to New Orleans is 1078 miles. It takes approximately 18h 3m to drive from Washington to New Orleans.

How do I get a train ticket from Washington to New Orleans?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Washington to New Orleans?

Book your Washington to New Orleans bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near New Orleans?

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Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
best
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)plane DCA - MSY
3h 44m
$177–1,008
Subway to Washington Dulles International Airport, fly
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1. Take the subway from Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platformsubway
2. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)plane IAD - MSY
5h 41m
$113–556
Bus
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2471 / ...
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to New Orleans Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0602
23h 40m
$182–352
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain Crescent
27h 42m
$370–800
Drive 1,071.9 mi
1. Drive from Washington to New Orleanscar 1,071.9 mi
18h 3m
$196–283
Train to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to BWI Thurgood Marshalltrain
2. Fly from Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)plane BWI - MSY
5h 32m
$163–1,448

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

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Delta fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Washington Union Station to New Orleans Bus Station via Atlanta Bus Station in around 23h 40m.

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