How much does a bus ticket from New York City to New Orleans cost?

The bus ticket price from New York City to New Orleans starts at US$87. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New York City 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 New York City to New Orleans?

The average travel time between New York City and New Orleans is around 1d 14h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 6h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1883 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between New York City and New Orleans?

The number of buses from New York City to New Orleans can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 43 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New York City to New Orleans by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from New York City to New Orleans?

When taking the bus from New York City to New Orleans, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York City to New Orleans?

Buses travelling between New York City and New Orleans leave from New York Port Authority or GW Bridge and arrive at Union Passenger Terminal.

Bus New York City to New Orleans from US$94 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from New York City to New Orleans on 1 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	19:00	New York (Hudson Yards)	1d 22h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 8h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:30	New York Port Authority	1d 10h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 8h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 18h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures from New York City to New Orleans on 2 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:59	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 9h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:50	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:30	New York Port Authority	1d 9h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 17h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures from New York City to New Orleans on 3 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:45	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 9h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:50	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:30	New York Port Authority	1d 9h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 17h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures from New York City to New Orleans on 4 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	16:30	Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)	2d	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	Cheapest
	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	01:05	New York Port Authority	1d 8h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	01:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 8h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	02:50	New York Port Authority	1d 15h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to New Orleans on 5 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	23:45	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 9h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	01:05	New York Port Authority	1d 8h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	01:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 8h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	02:50	New York Port Authority	1d 15h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to New Orleans on 6 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	14:45	Queens Jamaica (44th Pl/Archer Ave)	2d 3h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 7h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	01:05	New York Port Authority	1d 8h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:30	New York Port Authority	1d 9h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New York City to New Orleans on 7 November
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	16:30	Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)	1d 14h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	02:50	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	08:30	New York Port Authority	1d 9h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	23:00	New York Port Authority	1d 17h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City 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, 14 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$87, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

43bus per day

1d 14hAverage duration

1885 kmDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$87 - US$369	Average duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$163 - US$1 629	Average duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 171kg CO₂e

Bus New York City to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$145

Average bus trip duration1d 14h

Number of daily buses43

Earliest bus departure01:05

Distance1884 km

Latest bus departure23:59

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 345 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87345 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 US$87

Greyhound Lines, Inc. New York City New Orleans recent customer reviews

Very bad, bus in and the other one with trouble

Olivier P.

1 November 2024

very bad, was late by over 12 hours

Ruby F.

5 November 2019

Will recommend to others.

Francisco H.

25 April 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511 139 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, Sindbad, Infobus, Gontijo, Rider Express

New York City to New Orleans Bus

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Where are the popular stops in New York City and New Orleans?

Stops in New York City

A - New York Port Authority

B - GW Bridge

C - Chinatown

D - 11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)

E - Chinatown - E Broadway

F - 34th St & 9th Ave

Stops in New Orleans

A - Union Passenger Terminal

Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - New Orleans

How much does a bus ticket from New York City to New Orleans cost?
The bus ticket price from New York City to New Orleans starts at US$87. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New York City 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 New York City to New Orleans?
The average travel time between New York City and New Orleans is around 1d 14h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 6h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1883 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between New York City and New Orleans?
The number of buses from New York City to New Orleans can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 43 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New York City to New Orleans by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from New York City to New Orleans?
When taking the bus from New York City to New Orleans, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York City to New Orleans?
Buses travelling between New York City and New Orleans leave from New York Port Authority or GW Bridge and arrive at Union Passenger Terminal.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

30/10

US$196

31/10

US$231

Today

US$289

02/11

US$224

03/11

US$122

04/11

US$114

05/11

US$115

06/11

US$159

The cheapest trip from New York City to New Orleans was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$114

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York City to New Orleans as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$114 to US$343 for a bus ticket from New York City to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$114, which is on 2025-11-04.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from New York City 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 New York City to New Orleans, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from New York City to New Orleans that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from New York City to New Orleans while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

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!

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

What's the cheapest way to go from New York City to New Orleans?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1d 14h	Avg priceUS$145	Daily departures43
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1d 8h	Avg priceUS$210	Daily departures2

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