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

The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to New Orleans start at R 1 758. The average price for this route is around R 4 402. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus journey time from Rochester to New Orleans is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 1840 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 12h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Rochester to New Orleans route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Rochester to New Orleans at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

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

A bus trip from Rochester to New Orleans produces an estimated 46 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 Rochester to New Orleans?

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 87500 reviews.

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

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 Rochester to New Orleans?

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 Rochester to New Orleans?

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 Rochester to New Orleans from R 1 645 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Rochester to New Orleans on 20 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:35	Rochester	2d 6h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	06:10	Rochester	1d 12h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:05	Rochester	1d 18h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:05	Rochester	2d 4h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:35	Rochester	2d 17h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to New Orleans on 21 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:35	Rochester	2d 17h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	Cheapest
	Bus	06:10	Rochester	1d 12h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:20	Rochester	1d 20h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:35	Rochester	1d 18h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:20	Rochester	2d 6h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures from Rochester to New Orleans on 22 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:35	Rochester	2d 17h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	Cheapest
	Bus	06:10	Rochester	1d 12h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	01:20	Rochester	1d 16h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:05	Rochester	1d 18h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	18:55	Rochester	1d 14h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:32 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Rochester 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, 18 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 758, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

1d 18hAverage duration

1840 kmDistance

46kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 758 - R 9 154	Average duration1d 18h	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 358 - R 37 925	Average duration1d 17h	CO₂ emissions 167kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Rochester and New Orleans?

Stops in Rochester

A
Bus Station
186 Cumberland St (Across from the Amtrak Terminal) , Rochester, NY 14605
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B
U of R
Rush Rhees Library, 755 Library Road, Rochester, NY 14627
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C
Rochester Institute of Technology
61 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY 14623
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Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 515 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/512 117 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rochester, NY, US to New Orleans 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 Rochester to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rochester to New Orleans start at R 1 758. The average price for this route is around R 4 402. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Rochester to New Orleans?
The average bus journey time from Rochester to New Orleans is 1d 18h, covering a distance of 1840 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 12h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Rochester to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rochester to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Rochester to New Orleans at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rochester to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Rochester to New Orleans produces an estimated 46 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 Rochester to New Orleans?
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 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rochester to New Orleans?
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 Rochester to New Orleans?
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 Rochester to New Orleans?
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

18/01

R 3 207

19/01

R 4 517

Today

R 4 223

21/01

R 4 802

22/01

R 3 685

23/01

R 2 426

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The cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to New Orleans was searched and found on 23 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 426

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 426 to R 4 802 for a bus ticket from Rochester, NY, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 426, which is on 2026-01-23.