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

The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to New Orleans start at R 2 157. The average price for this route is around R 5 859. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Albany to New Orleans?

The average bus journey time from Albany to New Orleans is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 2026 km. The fastest bus gets 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to New Orleans?

The earliest bus departs from Albany to New Orleans at 04:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.

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

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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 R 1 910 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Albany to New Orleans on 22 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	14:10	SUNY Collins Circle	1d 16h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 12h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 13h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 22h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:10	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 21h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Albany to New Orleans on 23 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 12h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 13h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 22h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:10	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 21h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:10	Albany Bus Terminal	2d 20h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures from Albany to New Orleans on 24 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 12h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	04:20	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 13h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:30	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 22h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:10	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 21h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	20:10	Albany Bus Terminal	2d 20h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 9:43 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 2 157, 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 priceR 2 157 - R 9 747	Average duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 696 - R 31 114	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 timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 at R 2 157. The average price for this route is around R 5 859. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Albany to New Orleans?
The average bus journey time from Albany to New Orleans is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 2026 km. The fastest bus gets 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to New Orleans at 04:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:20.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Albany to New Orleans produces an estimated 51 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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

16/01

R 3 484

17/01

R 3 551

Today

R 3 097

19/01

R 4 536

20/01

R 2 322

21/01

R 2 289

22/01

R 2 533

23/01

R 2 743

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to New Orleans was searched and found on 21 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 289

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 R 2 289 to R 4 611 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 R 2 289, which is on 2026-01-21.