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  • This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: New Orleans
    Departure location: New Orleans, Union Terminal, 1001 Loyola Ave.
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Austin
    Destination location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $83
  • This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd Cheapest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: New Orleans
    Departure location: New Orleans, Union Terminal, 1001 Loyola Ave.
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Austin
    Destination location: Downtown Austin
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $84
  • This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
    Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: New Orleans
    Departure location: New Orleans, Union Terminal, 1001 Loyola Ave.
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Austin
    Destination location: Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $97
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: New Orleans
    Departure location: New Orleans, Union Terminal, 1001 Loyola Ave.
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: Austin
    Destination location: Downtown Austin
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $97
  • Departure time: April 28 at
    Departure city: New Orleans
    Departure location: New Orleans, Union Terminal, 1001 Loyola Ave.
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Austin
    Destination location: Downtown Austin
    Operated by
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    $84
Bus New Orleans to Austin: Trip Overview

Bus New Orleans to Austin: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$71
Average bus trip duration14h 40m
Number of daily buses16
Earliest bus departure6:15 AM
Distance459 miles (739 km)
Latest bus departure11:55 PM

New Orleans to Austin Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures16
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures6:15AM - 11:55PM
Minimum Price$56
Average Ticket Price$71
Minimum Trip Duration9h45m
Average Bus Trip Duration14h40m
Distance459 miles (739 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip New Orleans - Austin

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. Either way you choose, you'll be sure to reach your destination in the most convenient and eco-friendly 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 New Orleans to Austin is about 14h 40m, but you can get there in as little as 9h 45m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 459 miles (740 km) that separate the two cities.

About 459 miles (740 km) separate New Orleans and Austin.

You can choose from 16 travel times and travel with Greyhound and FlixBus. The number of buses operating from New Orleans to Austin may change based on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from New Orleans to Austin as smooth as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service has you covered with departures starting at 6:15 AM and ending at 11:55 PM.

The majority of buses traveling from New Orleans to Austin start their journey at Union Passenger Terminal and wind up at Ben White Bd & I-35. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can also find other options that could better fit your plans.

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, choose the bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $54.

The average price of a one-way ticket from New Orleans to Austin is $71. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $54 and $282, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from New Orleans to Austin.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

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

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from New Orleans to Austin will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel TimeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel Time14h 40mAvg Price$71Daily Departures16
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel Time2d 4hAvg Price$290Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between New Orleans and Austin is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $71 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $54. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Austin, choose the bus, as it will take you from New Orleans to Austin in about 14h 40m - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to New Orleans by bus?

Bus from Austin to New Orleans

You can also go to Austin by train

Train from New Orleans to Austin

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