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Bus San Francisco to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$301
Average Bus Trip Duration2d 6h
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure6:30am
Distance3091 km
Latest bus departure11:25pm

San Francisco to New Orleans Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Francisco (CA), US - New Orleans

  1. How long is the trip from San Francisco to New Orleans by bus?

    The trip from San Francisco to New Orleans will take on average 2d 6h. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to New Orleans in about 2d 2h.

  2. What is the travel distance from San Francisco to New Orleans?

    It's about 3097 km (1920 miles) from San Francisco to New Orleans.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Francisco to New Orleans?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Hyde/Beach (Fisherman's Wharf), in San Francisco, and end it at Union Passenger Terminal, in New Orleans.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from San Francisco to New Orleans?

    The least expensive option to go from San Francisco to New Orleans would be going by bus. Starting at US$174, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much does the bus ticket cost from San Francisco to New Orleans?

    Taking the bus from San Francisco to New Orleans costs on average US$301.

  6. Is there an overnight bus from San Francisco to New Orleans?

    Yes! Catch buses leaving from San Francisco until 11:25pm and reaching New Orleans on the following day.

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between San Francisco and New Orleans!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from San Francisco to New Orleans, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Francisco to New Orleans will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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