Bus from New Orleans to Boston, MA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Boston on 29 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
Boston (South Station)Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
New Orleans Bus Station
BrooklineFastest
Amtrak
Union Passenger Terminal
Back Bay StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
New Orleans Bus Station
Boston (South Station)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
Boston (South Station)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 849, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
1d 15hAverage duration
2187 kmDistance
55kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 849 - R 7 941Average duration1d 15h
55kg CO₂e
Average priceR 3 488 - R 21 638Average duration2d 5h
199kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Boston, MA, US by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Boston?

    The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Boston start at R 1 849. The average price for this route is around R 3 110. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from New Orleans to Boston?

    The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Boston is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 2187 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Boston route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Boston?

    The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Boston at 05:10. And the latest bus departs at 21:10.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Boston?

    A bus trip from New Orleans to Boston produces an estimated 55 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from New Orleans to Boston?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5733 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Boston?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from New Orleans to Boston?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans to Boston?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
26/01
R 5 710
27/01
R 5 449
Today
R 5 450
29/01
R 5 840
30/01
R 2 586
31/01
R 2 700
01/02
R 2 245
02/02
R 2 042
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New Orleans to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 2 042

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 Boston, MA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 042 to R 25 214 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 042, which is on 2026-02-02.

What's the cheapest way to go from New Orleans to Boston, MA, US?

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