- Houston to New Orleans buses
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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|  | Downtown Gray & Smith | New Orleans Bus Station | Cheapest | |||||
|  | Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd | New Orleans Bus Station | Fastest | |||||
|  | Houston Bus Station | New Orleans Bus Station | No tags | |||||
|  | Downtown Gray & Smith | New Orleans Bus Station | No tags | |||||
|  | Houston Bus Station | New Orleans Bus Station | No tags | 
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Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 6 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just US$40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions on the trip Houston, US - New Orleans
- How much does a bus ticket from Houston to New Orleans cost?- The bus ticket price from Houston to New Orleans starts at US$40. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Houston to New Orleans is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices! 
- How long is the bus ride from Houston to New Orleans?- The average travel time between Houston and New Orleans is around 6h 35m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 40m. This is the time it takes to travel the 511 km that separates the two cities. 
- How many daily bus connections are there between Houston and New Orleans?- The number of buses from Houston to New Orleans can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Houston to New Orleans by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud. 
- Which bus companies travel from Houston to New Orleans?- When taking the bus from Houston to New Orleans, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound. 
- What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Houston to New Orleans?- Buses travelling between Houston and New Orleans leave from Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway or Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at Union Passenger Terminal. 
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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to New Orleans as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$46 to US$121 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$46, which is on 2025-11-02.
Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Houston to New Orleans.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Houston to New Orleans, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Houston to New Orleans.
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Did you know?
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
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