What's the distance between Atlanta and New Orleans by coach?

The distance between Atlanta and New Orleans by coach is approximately 424 miles (684 km).

How can I travel from Atlanta to New Orleans avoiding air travel?

You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Atlanta to New Orleans from £41 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Atlanta to New Orleans on 9 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	19:40	Atlanta Bus Station	10h 50m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	20:05	Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (Domestic Terminal)	10h 25m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:30	Atlanta Bus Station	19h 20m	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to New Orleans on 10 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:55	Atlanta Bus Station	11h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
00:20	Atlanta Bus Station	9h 15m	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
19:40	Atlanta Bus Station	10h 50m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
20:05	Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (Domestic Terminal)	10h 25m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to New Orleans on 11 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:40	Atlanta Bus Station	10h 50m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
00:20	Atlanta Bus Station	9h 15m	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
06:55	Atlanta Bus Station	11h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
20:05	Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (Domestic Terminal)	10h 25m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to New Orleans on 12 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:55	Atlanta Bus Station	11h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
00:20	Atlanta Bus Station	9h 15m	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
19:40	Atlanta Bus Station	10h 50m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
20:05	Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (Domestic Terminal)	10h 25m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to New Orleans on 13 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
00:20	Atlanta Bus Station	9h 15m	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
06:55	Atlanta Bus Station	11h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
19:40	Atlanta Bus Station	10h 50m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
20:05	Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (Domestic Terminal)	10h 25m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to New Orleans on 14 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:55	Atlanta Bus Station	11h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
00:20	Atlanta Bus Station	9h 15m	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
19:40	Atlanta Bus Station	10h 50m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
20:05	Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (Domestic Terminal)	10h 25m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to New Orleans on 15 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:55	Atlanta Bus Station	11h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
00:20	Atlanta Bus Station	9h 15m	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
19:40	Atlanta Bus Station	10h 50m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
20:05	Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (Domestic Terminal)	10h 25m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Atlanta to New Orleans on 16 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
06:55	Atlanta Bus Station	11h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
00:20	Atlanta Bus Station	9h 15m	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
19:40	Atlanta Bus Station	10h 50m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
20:05	Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (Domestic Terminal)	10h 25m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Atlanta to New Orleans

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 13 hours 4 minutes and with fares starting at just £44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

13h 4mAverage duration

426 milesDistance

62kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£29 - £173	Average duration10h 50m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£44 - £56	Average duration13h 4m	CO₂ emissions 62kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,359 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 18 reviews, Greyhound was rated 3 stars for this trip. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at £45, with the trip lasting on average 628.

Greyhound Atlanta New Orleans recent customer reviews

The Atlanta station employees are very very rude. Crackheads approaching the car Security rude. I promise I won't be riding Greyhound again

Faye P.

30 November 2021

The bus drivers need to make sure that people are wearing their masks just people was sitting across from me coughing

Stephanie R.

4 May 2021

They lost my bag my computer was on it all of the videos and pictures from my deceased fiancé

Eleishah B.

1 June 2019

Amtrak

4/55,572 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5572 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £29

Amtrak Atlanta New Orleans recent customer reviews

First off I canceled the trip and y'all still trying to charge me

Roosevelt D.

8 March 2024

All staff were professional and courteous.

Veronica F.

12 May 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,247 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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Where are the popular stops in Atlanta and New Orleans?

Stops in Atlanta

A - Atlanta Airport

B - Doraville Tornado Bus Station

C - Atlanta Downtown Greyhound Station

D - Cleveland Ave

E - Doraville El Expreso Bus Station

Stops in New Orleans

A - Union Passenger Terminal

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Atlanta, GA to New Orleans

What's the distance between Atlanta and New Orleans by coach?
The distance between Atlanta and New Orleans by coach is approximately 424 miles (684 km).
How can I travel from Atlanta to New Orleans avoiding air travel?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

07/11

£72

08/11

£72

Today

£70

10/11

£64

11/11

£50

12/11

£47

13/11

£46

14/11

£43

The cheapest trip from Atlanta, GA to New Orleans was searched and found on 14 Nov 2025 with a price of £43

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

You can expect to pay from £43 to £77 for a bus ticket from Atlanta, GA to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £43, which is on 2025-11-14.

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