How much is the bus ticket from Albany to New Orleans?

The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to New Orleans start from $183. The average price for this route is around $496. 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 Albany to New Orleans?

The average bus travel time from Albany to New Orleans is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 2026 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 12h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Albany to New Orleans route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Albany to New Orleans?

The earliest bus departs from Albany to New Orleans at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to New Orleans?

A bus trip from Albany to New Orleans generates an estimated 51 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Albany to New Orleans?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to New Orleans?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Albany to New Orleans?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany to New Orleans?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Albany to New Orleans from $162 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Albany to New Orleans on January 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:25pm	SUNY Collins Circle	2d 10h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 12h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 22h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:10pm	Albany Bus Terminal	2d 20h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:10pm	SUNY Collins Circle	1d 16h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to New Orleans on January 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 12h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 22h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:10pm	SUNY Collins Circle	1d 16h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:10pm	SUNY Collins Circle	2d 2h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures for Albany to New Orleans on January 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:10pm	SUNY Collins Circle	1d 16h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 12h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 13h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 22h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:10pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 21h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to New Orleans on January 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 12h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 13h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 22h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:10pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 21h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:10pm	Albany Bus Terminal	2d 20h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures for Albany to New Orleans on January 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 12h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 13h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 22h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:10pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 21h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:10pm	Albany Bus Terminal	2d 20h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 22 hours, and with fares starting at just $183, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d 22hAverage Duration

2026 kmDistance

51kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$183 - $826	Average Duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$313 - $2,634	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 184kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Albany and New Orleans?

Stops in Albany

A
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206
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B
Albany Airport
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C
Greyhound Station
34 Hamilton St, Albany, NY 12207, USA
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D
Bethlehem Center
402-408 US-9W, Glenmont, NY 12077, USA
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E
Beckers Corner
117 Lasher Rd, Selkirk, NY 12158, USA
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F
Crossgates Mall
1 Crossgates Mall Rd (overflow lot off Crossgates Mall Road opposite JC Penney near Access Road), Albany, NY 12205, USA
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Stops in New Orleans

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

Greyhound

3.5/587,512 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/512,099 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY 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 Albany to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to New Orleans start from $183. The average price for this route is around $496. 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 Albany to New Orleans?
The average bus travel time from Albany to New Orleans is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 2026 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 12h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albany to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Albany to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to New Orleans at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Albany to New Orleans generates an estimated 51 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Albany to New Orleans?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Albany to New Orleans?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Albany to New Orleans?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Albany to New Orleans?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01-17

$301

01-18

$263

Today

$384

01-20

$352

01-21

$194

01-22

$215

01-23

$233

01-24

$236

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to New Orleans was searched and found on Jan 21, 2026 with a price of $194

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

You can expect to pay from $194 to $391 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $194 which is on 2026-01-21.