How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to San Antonio?

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to San Antonio start at R 888. The average price for this route is around R 1 339. 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 San Antonio?

The average bus journey time from New Orleans to San Antonio is 13h 55m, covering a distance of 815 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to San Antonio route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to San Antonio at 06:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to San Antonio produces an estimated 20 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 San Antonio?

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 San Antonio?

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 San Antonio?

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 San Antonio?

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 San Antonio from R 937 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from New Orleans to San Antonio on 7 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:40	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 20m	23:00	San Antonio Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	18:10	New Orleans Bus Station	11h 15m	05:25	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:00	New Orleans Bus Station	16h 15m	15:15	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to San Antonio on 8 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:40	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 20m	23:00	San Antonio Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	06:10	New Orleans Bus Station	11h 55m	18:05	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	07:40	New Orleans Bus Station	14h 5m	21:45	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:10	New Orleans Bus Station	11h 15m	05:25	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	23:00	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 35m	17:35	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to San Antonio on 9 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:40	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 20m	23:00	San Antonio Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	06:10	New Orleans Bus Station	11h 55m	18:05	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	23:00	New Orleans Bus Station	13h 55m	12:55	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	18:10	New Orleans Bus Station	11h 15m	05:25	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to San Antonio on 10 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 10m	15:20	San Antonio Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	18:10	New Orleans Bus Station	11h 15m	05:25	San Antonio Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	06:10	New Orleans Bus Station	11h 55m	18:05	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico	Bus	08:50	New Orleans Bus Station	20h 10m	05:00	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to San Antonio on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:40	New Orleans Bus Station	10h 20m	23:00	San Antonio Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	06:10	New Orleans Bus Station	11h 55m	18:05	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Valley Transit	Bus	07:40	New Orleans Bus Station	14h 5m	21:45	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	05:55	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 25m	00:20	Pearl District	No tags
	Bus	18:10	New Orleans Bus Station	11h 15m	05:25	San Antonio Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 2:40 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to San Antonio

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach San Antonio. The journey takes about 13 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 888, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

13h 55mAverage duration

815 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 888 - R 3 750	Average duration13h 55m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 404 - R 24 640	Average duration2d 8h	CO₂ emissions 74kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and San Antonio?

Stops in New Orleans

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

A
San Antonio Bus Station
500 N St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA
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B
Tornado I-35
7914 Interstate 35 Access Rd, San Antonio, TX 78224, USA
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C
San Antonio, TX
165 Bowie St, San Antonio, 78205
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D
4407 S PanAm Expy #101
4407 S PanAm Expy #101, San Antonio, TX 78225, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 418 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87418 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 888

Greyhound Lines, Inc. New Orleans San Antonio recent customer reviews

Late bus missed connection

Ed R.

10 October 2025

Smooth travelling all around

Liliane B.

2 October 2018

Wifi never works-would be great to make it work

Selina M.

24 July 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511 546 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 San Antonio, US 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 San Antonio?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to San Antonio start at R 888. The average price for this route is around R 1 339. 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 San Antonio?
The average bus journey time from New Orleans to San Antonio is 13h 55m, covering a distance of 815 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 10h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to San Antonio route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to San Antonio?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to San Antonio at 06:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to San Antonio?
A bus trip from New Orleans to San Antonio produces an estimated 20 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 San Antonio?
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 San Antonio?
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 San Antonio?
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 San Antonio?
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

05/12

R 1 440

06/12

R 1 163

Today

R 1 197

08/12

R 1 197

09/12

R 1 059

10/12

R 1 562

11/12

R 1 102

12/12

R 1 024

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to San Antonio, US was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 024

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 San Antonio, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 024 to R 2 715 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to San Antonio, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 024, which is on 2025-12-12.

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.