Bus from Austin, TX, US to New Orleans: Tickets & Schedules
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Next departures for Austin to New Orleans on December 17
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus Station
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Austin
New Orleans Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus Station
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Next departures for Austin to New Orleans on December 18
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Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus Station
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus Station
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Downtown Austin
New Orleans Bus Station
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Next departures for Austin to New Orleans on December 19
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus Station
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Austin
New Orleans Bus Station
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus Station
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Next departures for Austin to New Orleans on December 20
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus Station
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Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus Station
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Austin
New Orleans Bus Station
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus Station
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Next departures for Austin to New Orleans on December 21
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus Station
CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus Station
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus Station
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Downtown Austin
New Orleans Bus Station
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Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus Station
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Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to New Orleans
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 14 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
FlixBus Austin New Orleans recent customer reviews
It was clean and comfortable, and a lot less stressful than flying! The bus driver was amazing. She announced our stops very clearly. A lot of riders were confused about where to sit, because the seats weren't numbered.
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.
Greyhound Austin New Orleans recent customer reviews
The first bus from austin to houston was cancelled and i was rescheduled for 12 hours later. Then that bus was about 3 hours late and when i got to houston i had to wait another 4 hours for a different bus that went to lafayette and then new orleans instead of being a straight shot. My bus arrived in new orleans nearly one day late, causing miss work one day and be late the next. The employees were helpful for the most part, but one specific loud worker with a terrible attitude snapped at me and told me i was in the wrong line and i had to wait. Luckily i went and asked the woman at the desk because i then found out that the bus i had been told wasnt mine was in fact the bus i needed to get on. Fortunately the bus hadnt left because they had been done boarding for at least 5 minutes.
1 out of 5 stars
Anthony P.
Most power outlets I tried, did not work. Some seats and windows dirty like gum by the side bar. I had a broken chair that wouldn’t stop leaning all the way back when I’m not trying to do that. Our tickets have numbers on it and there were a lot of confusion with others if that’s a seat number so I ended up moving my bus seat 3 times in my first bus because people be like that’s my seat number but there’s no seat arrangement and staff doesn’t enforce the “by number ticket” rule.
Based on 34 reviews, the company was rated 3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Valley Transit ticket prices on this trip start at $73
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Austin, TX, 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 Austin to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Austin to New Orleans start from $52. The average price for this route is around $89. 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 Austin to New Orleans?
The average bus trip duration from Austin to New Orleans is 14h 5m, covering a distance of 455 miles (734 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Austin to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound, Valley Transit.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Austin to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Austin to New Orleans at 3:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Austin to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Austin to New Orleans generates an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Austin to New Orleans?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11504 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Austin 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 has the most timely service from Austin to New Orleans?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Austin 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.
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12/14
$86
12/15
$122
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12/17
$84
12/18
$95
12/19
$79
12/20
$81
12/21
$89
The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $79
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Austin, TX, US to New Orleans, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $79 to $131 for a bus ticket from Austin, TX, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $79 which is on 2025-12-19.
What's the cheapest way to go from Austin, TX, US to New Orleans?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
The cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $79
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
