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Next departures from Petersburg to New Orleans on 5 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    		Petersburg Transportation Center
    		New Orleans Bus StationCheapestFastest
    Greyhound Lines, Inc.
      		Petersburg Transportation Center
      		New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline DrNo tags

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      Compare 2 ways to travel from Petersburg 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, 9 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 921, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      2bus per day
      1d 9hAverage duration
      1436 kmDistance
      36kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average priceR 2 921 - R 5 463Average duration1d 9h
      36kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average priceR 4 067 - R 27 208Average duration1d 18h
      129kg CO₂e

      Bus Petersburg to New Orleans: Trip Overview

      Average ticket priceR 4 071
      Average bus trip duration1d 9h
      Number of daily buses2
      Earliest bus departure21:20
      Distance1435 km

      Petersburg to New Orleans Bus

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      Frequently asked questions on the trip Petersburg - New Orleans

      1. How much does a bus ticket from Petersburg to New Orleans cost?

        The bus ticket price from Petersburg to New Orleans starts at R 2 921. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Petersburg 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!

      2. How long is the bus ride from Petersburg to New Orleans?

        The average travel time between Petersburg and New Orleans is around 1d 9h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 9h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1425 km that separates the two cities.

      3. How many daily bus connections are there between Petersburg and New Orleans?

        The number of buses from Petersburg to New Orleans can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Petersburg to New Orleans by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

      4. Which bus companies travel from Petersburg to New Orleans?

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

      Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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      R 2 918
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      R 3 042
      05/11
      R 2 793
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      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Petersburg to New Orleans was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 793

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

      You can expect to pay from R 2 793 to R 4 229 for a bus ticket from Petersburg to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 793, which is on 2025-11-05.

      About Bus Travel

      Bus Travel Tips

      Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Petersburg and New Orleans!

      Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Petersburg to New Orleans, get comfy and count the stars.

      Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Petersburg to New Orleans will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

      Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Petersburg to New Orleans, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

      Did you know?

      Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

      It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

      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 Petersburg to New Orleans?

      busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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