How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to New York City?

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to New York City start from $162. The average price for this route is around $234. 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 New Orleans to New York City?

The average bus travel time from New Orleans to New York City is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1878 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to New York City route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 39 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to New York City at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to New York City generates an estimated 47 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 New Orleans to New York City?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

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

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

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 New Orleans to New York City?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus New Orleans to New York City from $166 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Orleans to New York City on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 6h	4:20am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 6h	5:00am	New York Port Authority	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 20h	6:15pm	Queens Jamaica (44th Pl/Archer Ave)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 19h	5:45pm	Queens (Flushing)	No tags
	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 11h	10:00am	GW Bridge	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to New York City on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 14h	3:05pm	GW Bridge	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 6h	4:20am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	Fastest
	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	5:40pm	New York Port Authority	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 12h	1:05pm	New York Port Authority	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	10:05pm	New York Port Authority	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to New York City on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 19h	5:45pm	Queens (Flushing)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 6h	4:20am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	Fastest
	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	5:40pm	New York Port Authority	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 12h	1:05pm	New York Port Authority	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	10:05pm	New York Port Authority	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to New York City on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 14h	3:05pm	GW Bridge	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 6h	4:20am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	Fastest
	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	5:40pm	New York Port Authority	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 12h	1:05pm	New York Port Authority	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	10:05pm	New York Port Authority	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to New York City on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 14h	2:50pm	Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)	Cheapest
	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 6h	5:00am	New York Port Authority	Fastest
	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	5:40pm	New York Port Authority	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 12h	1:05pm	New York Port Authority	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	10:05pm	New York Port Authority	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to New York City on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	2d 9h	5:40pm	New York Port Authority	Cheapest
	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 6h	5:00am	New York Port Authority	Fastest
	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	5:40pm	New York Port Authority	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 6h	4:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	10:05pm	New York Port Authority	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to New York City on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	5:40pm	New York Port Authority	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 6h	4:20am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	Fastest
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	10:05pm	New York Port Authority	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 6h	4:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 6h	5:00am	New York Port Authority	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours, and with fares starting at just $162, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

39bus per day

1d 11hAverage Duration

1878 kmDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$162 - $657	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$246 - $3,101	Average Duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 171kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and New York City?

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Stops in New York City

A
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
B
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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C
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87412 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $164

Greyhound New Orleans New York City recent customer reviews

Greyhound, was reliable, clean and safe.

Brandon S.

August 20, 2022

Ten hour delay

William S.

August 19, 2017

Amtrak

4/55,621 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,510 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to New York City 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 New Orleans to New York City?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to New York City start from $162. The average price for this route is around $234. 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 New Orleans to New York City?
The average bus travel time from New Orleans to New York City is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1878 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to New York City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 39 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New Orleans to New York City?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to New York City at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to New York City?
A bus trip from New Orleans to New York City generates an estimated 47 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 New Orleans to New York City?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to New York City?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from New Orleans to New York City?
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 New Orleans to New York City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

12-01

$414

12-02

$399

Today

$368

12-04

$275

12-05

$261

12-06

$255

12-07

$166

12-08

$254

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to New York City was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $166

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

You can expect to pay from $166 to $477 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $166 which is on 2025-12-07.