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

The cheapest bus tickets from Albuquerque to New Orleans start from $159. The average price for this route is around $176. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Albuquerque to New Orleans?

The average bus trip duration from Albuquerque to New Orleans is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1014 miles (1636 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Albuquerque to New Orleans route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from Albuquerque to New Orleans at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

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

A bus trip from Albuquerque to New Orleans generates an estimated 41 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus Albuquerque to New Orleans from $131 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Albuquerque to New Orleans on January 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 7h	7:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:00am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 6h	12:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 7h	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 9h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 16h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures for Albuquerque to New Orleans on January 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 7h	7:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 7h	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:20am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 8h	7:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 16h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures for Albuquerque to New Orleans on January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 7h	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:00am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 6h	12:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	10:30pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 7h	7:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 9h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 16h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures for Albuquerque to New Orleans on February 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:30pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 7h	7:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:00am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 6h	12:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	9:05am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 7h	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 9h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Albuquerque Bus Station	1d 16h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 11:01 AM MST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Albuquerque 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, 8 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $159, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

1014 milesDistance

41kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$159 - $244	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 41kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$286 - $1,682	Average Duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 150kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Albuquerque and New Orleans?

Stops in Albuquerque

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Amtrak Station
320 1st St SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
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Stops in New Orleans

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

Greyhound

3.5/587,517 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Albuquerque, US to New Orleans by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Albuquerque to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albuquerque to New Orleans start from $159. The average price for this route is around $176. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Albuquerque to New Orleans?
The average bus trip duration from Albuquerque to New Orleans is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1014 miles (1636 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albuquerque to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albuquerque to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Albuquerque to New Orleans at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albuquerque to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Albuquerque to New Orleans generates an estimated 41 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/24

No data

01/25

$164

Today

$333

01/27

No data

01/28

$226

01/29

$173

01/30

$175

01/31

$245

The cheapest trip from Albuquerque, US to New Orleans was searched and found on Jan 25, 2026 with a price of $164

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

You can expect to pay from $164 to $333 for a bus ticket from Albuquerque, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $173 which is on 2026-01-29.