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

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Lafayette start at R 385. The average price for this route is around R 532. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Lafayette is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 189 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Lafayette route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Lafayette?

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Lafayette at 05:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to Lafayette produces an estimated 5 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 New Orleans to Lafayette?

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 87412 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Lafayette?

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 New Orleans to Lafayette?

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 New Orleans to Lafayette?

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 New Orleans to Lafayette from R 347 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Lafayette on 6 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:00	New Orleans Bus Station	2h 25m	01:25	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	CheapestFastest

Next departures from New Orleans to Lafayette on 7 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:00	New Orleans Bus Station	2h 25m	01:25	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	Cheapest
Bus	05:55	New Orleans Bus Station	2h 20m	08:15	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	Fastest
Bus	06:10	New Orleans Bus Station	2h 55m	09:05	Lafayette Transit System	No tags
Bus	07:40	New Orleans Bus Station	2h 25m	10:05	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	No tags
Bus	06:30	New Orleans Bus Station	3h 45m	10:15	Lafayette Transit System	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Lafayette on 8 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:10	New Orleans Bus Station	2h 55m	09:05	Lafayette Transit System	Cheapest
Bus	05:55	New Orleans Bus Station	2h 20m	08:15	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	Fastest
Bus	06:30	New Orleans Bus Station	3h 45m	10:15	Lafayette Transit System	No tags
Bus	07:40	New Orleans Bus Station	2h 25m	10:05	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	No tags
Bus	08:50	New Orleans Bus Station	3h 15m	12:05	Lafayette Transit System	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Lafayette on 10 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:10	New Orleans Bus Station	2h 55m	09:05	Lafayette Transit System	Cheapest
Bus	05:55	New Orleans Bus Station	2h 20m	08:15	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	Fastest
Bus	06:30	New Orleans Bus Station	3h 45m	10:15	Lafayette Transit System	No tags
Bus	14:15	New Orleans Bus Station	2h 30m	16:45	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	No tags
Bus	08:50	New Orleans Bus Station	3h 15m	12:05	Lafayette Transit System	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Lafayette on 11 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:10	New Orleans Bus Station	2h 55m	09:05	Lafayette Transit System	Cheapest
Bus	07:40	New Orleans Bus Station	2h 25m	10:05	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	Fastest
Bus	06:30	New Orleans Bus Station	3h 45m	10:15	Lafayette Transit System	No tags
Bus	14:15	New Orleans Bus Station	2h 30m	16:45	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	No tags
Bus	08:50	New Orleans Bus Station	3h 15m	12:05	Lafayette Transit System	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Lafayette on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:40	New Orleans Bus Station	2h 25m	10:05	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	Cheapest
Bus	05:55	New Orleans Bus Station	2h 20m	08:15	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	Fastest
Bus	06:10	New Orleans Bus Station	2h 55m	09:05	Lafayette Transit System	No tags
Bus	12:40	New Orleans Bus Station	2h 25m	15:05	TA Travel Center - Lafayette	No tags
Bus	06:30	New Orleans Bus Station	3h 45m	10:15	Lafayette Transit System	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:58 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Lafayette

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Lafayette. The journey takes about 2 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 385, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

2h 55mAverage duration

189 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 385 - R 1 341	Average duration2h 55m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 506 - R 704	Average duration3h 24m	CO₂ emissions 17kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Lafayette?

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Stops in Lafayette

A
TA Travel Center - Lafayette
1701 N University Ave, Lafayette, LA 70507, USA
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B
Lafayette A and J Travel Bus Station
100 Lee Ave, Lafayette, LA 70501
C
Lafayette Bus Stop
2405 Cameron St, Lafayette, LA, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 417 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 23 reviews, Greyhound was rated 3 stars for this trip. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 385, with the trip lasting on average 194.

Greyhound New Orleans Lafayette recent customer reviews

i call two times to know where the stop was and they sed me to the old airpot of new orleans so i lost my trip and then i had to buy a new one to houston that stops in lafayette

Nicolas R.

16 October 2021

The bus shut off in the middle of the highway 2 times and the driver had to try and fix it

Mary R.

22 April 2021

Was the worse bus ride I ever had. Bus broke down. Had to wait for a new one to get switched out. Which out arriving at my destination 3 hours later

Jubal M.

27 February 2020

FlixBus

3.5/511 542 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Lafayette, LA 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 New Orleans to Lafayette?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Lafayette start at R 385. The average price for this route is around R 532. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from New Orleans to Lafayette?
The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Lafayette is 2h 55m, covering a distance of 189 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Lafayette route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Lafayette?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Lafayette at 05:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Lafayette?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Lafayette produces an estimated 5 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 New Orleans to Lafayette?
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 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Lafayette?
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 New Orleans to Lafayette?
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 New Orleans to Lafayette?
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

04/12

R 477

05/12

R 434

Today

R 399

07/12

R 434

08/12

R 373

09/12

R 347

10/12

R 365

11/12

R 382

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Lafayette, LA was searched and found on 09 Dec 2025 with a price of R 347

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 Lafayette, LA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 347 to R 1 093 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Lafayette, LA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 347, which is on 2025-12-09.