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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from New Carrollton to Mesquite. Traveling by bus from New Carrollton to Mesquite usually takes around 41 hours, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 40 hours and 15 minutes.
| Distance | 1182 mi (1902 km) |
| Shortest duration | 40h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $150.00 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from New Carrollton to Mesquite?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from New Carrollton to Mesquite. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 1d 16h 41m | $150.00 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 bus trips from New Carrollton to Mesquite every day, with the average journey taking around 40 hours and 41 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Mesquite usually start from $145.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 41 hours to cover the 1182 miles from New Carrollton to Mesquite. However, the fastest bus only takes 40 hours and 15 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Because many passengers travel from New Carrollton to Mesquite at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from New Carrollton to Mesquite, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
New Carrollton
New Carrollton is a small town in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, located about 13 miles northeast of the nation's capital. Much of the city is residential, with services typical for a suburb, including a shopping mall, grocery stores, several restaurants, and so on. A true hidden gem in the area is Greenbelt Park, a forested park with 172 campsites and nine miles of trails perfect for an escape to nature.
A few hotels in New Carrollton and neighboring Lanham welcome D.C. visitors who would rather not pay downtown prices. It's easy to reach D.C. from the New Carrollton station, which connects to the Washington Metro's Orange Line and the MARC trains that serve Maryland. It takes just 11 minutes to reach Union Station in D.C. from New Carrollton on the Metro.
The New Carrollton train station is also a stop for Amtrak trains heading north. The Northeast Regional departing from D.C. makes its first stop in New Carrollton before continuing on to Philadelphia, New York City, and Boston. In addition, bus lines provide service to New Carrollton from as far away as Indianapolis or St. Louis. For those who prefer to fly, the nearest major airport is the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in New Carrollton?
Main departure station: MARC Station
Most buses depart from the main station in New Carrollton.
All bus stations in New Carrollton:
MARC Station
Where does the bus arrive in Mesquite?
Main arrival station: Bus Terminal - 1331 Hwy 80 East
All buses from New Carrollton arrive at one main station in Mesquite.
All bus stations in Mesquite:
Bus Terminal - 1331 Hwy 80 East
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