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

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Tucson start from $187. The average price for this route is around $282. 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 Tucson?

The average bus travel time from New Orleans to Tucson is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 2002 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Tucson route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Tucson at 6:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to Tucson generates an estimated 50 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 Tucson?

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 87387 reviews.

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

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 New Orleans to Tucson?

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 Tucson?

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 New Orleans to Tucson from $185 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for New Orleans to Tucson on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	9:55am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 9h	6:45pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	5:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 6h	11:00pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 22h	6:35pm	U of A	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 22h	7:00pm	E Broadway Blvd	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 22h	6:20pm	Tucson Downtown	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Tucson

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tucson. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $187, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

2002 kmDistance

50kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$187 - $528	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$223 - $3,598	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 182kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Tucson?

Stops in New Orleans

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

A
Greyhound Station
801 E 12th St, Tucson, AZ 85719
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B
S 12th Ave
5550 S 12th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85706, USA
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C
Arco - 802 W Speedway Blvd
802 W Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85745, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511,473 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Tucson 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 Tucson?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Tucson start from $187. The average price for this route is around $282. 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 Tucson?
The average bus travel time from New Orleans to Tucson is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 2002 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Tucson route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New Orleans to Tucson?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Tucson at 6:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Tucson?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Tucson generates an estimated 50 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 Tucson?
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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Tucson?
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 New Orleans to Tucson?
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 Tucson?
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.

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$229

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$243

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$229

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The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Tucson was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $229

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 Tucson, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $229 to $260 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Tucson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $229 which is on 2025-12-03.