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TodayApr 27
from $47
TomorrowApr 28
from $49
MonApr 29
from $42
TueApr 30
from $41
WedMay 1
from $41
ThuMay 2
from $41
FriMay 3
from $41
SatMay 4

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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Houston
    Departure location: Downtown Gray & Smith
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans, Union Terminal, 1001 Loyola Ave.
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $47
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Houston
    Departure location: Downtown Gray & Smith
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans, Union Terminal, 1001 Loyola Ave.
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $55
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Houston
    Departure location: Downtown Gray & Smith
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans, Union Terminal, 1001 Loyola Ave.
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $57
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Houston
    Departure location: 7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Greyhound Bus station
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans, Union Terminal, 1001 Loyola Ave.
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $77
  • Departure time: April 27 at
    Departure city: Houston
    Departure location: Downtown Gray & Smith
    Arrival time: April 27 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans, Union Terminal, 1001 Loyola Ave.
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $57
Bus Houston to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Bus Houston to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$47
Average bus trip duration6h 25m
Number of daily buses16
Earliest bus departure12:10 AM
Distance313 miles (504 km)
Latest bus departure11:35 PM

Houston to New Orleans Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures16
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures12:10AM - 11:35PM
Minimum Price$34
Average Ticket Price$47
Minimum Trip Duration5h40m
Average Bus Trip Duration6h25m
Distance313 miles (504 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Houston - New Orleans

You can take a bus or a train to go from Houston to New Orleans. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most convenient and sustainable way. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

The travel time from Houston to New Orleans is about 6h 25m, although the fastest bus will take 5h 40m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 317 miles (511 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Houston and New Orleans is 317 miles (511 km).

About 16 buses travel this route daily, provided by FlixBus and Greyhound. The number of buses operating from Houston to New Orleans may change based on the day of the week. Busbud can make your trip from Houston to New Orleans a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your style and budget. It's that easy!

The bus service operates between 12:10 AM and 11:35 PM.

If you're headed to New Orleans from Houston, chances are that your bus will leave from Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at Union Passenger Terminal. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Houston to New Orleans by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $37.

You can expect to pay around $47 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $37 and $173, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Once in New Orleans, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Canal Street, New Orleans School of Cooking, Louisiana Children's Museum, The Cabildo and Jean Lafitte National Historical Park And Preserve.

Certainly! You can indeed opt for an overnight bus from Houston to New Orleans. Don't forget to bring a snack and a blanket to help you stay comfortable through the night.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04/25
$35
04/26
$36
Today
$36
04/28
$38
04/29
$42
04/30
$35
05/01
$37
05/02
$43
The cheapest trip from Houston to New Orleans was searched and found on Apr 25, 2024 with a price of $35

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

You can expect to pay from $35 to $52 for a bus ticket from Houston to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2024-04-30.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Houston to New Orleans.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Houston to New Orleans.

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!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time6h 25mAvg Price$47Daily Departures16
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time9h 30mAvg Price$66Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between Houston and New Orleans is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $47 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $37. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to New Orleans, choose the bus, as it will take you from Houston to New Orleans in about 6h 25m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Houston by bus?

Bus from New Orleans to Houston

You can also go to New Orleans by train

Train from Houston to New Orleans

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