How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Los Angeles?

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Los Angeles start from $141. The average price for this route is around $225. 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 New Orleans to Los Angeles?

The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Los Angeles is 2d , covering a distance of 1654 miles (2668 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Los Angeles route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Los Angeles at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to Los Angeles generates an estimated 67 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 New Orleans to Los Angeles?

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 87387 reviews.

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

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 New Orleans to Los Angeles?

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 New Orleans to Los Angeles?

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 New Orleans to Los Angeles from $145 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Los Angeles on November 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	2d 3h	12:05am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 17h	9:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	2d 1h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
	Bus	8:50am	New Orleans Bus Station	2d 10h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 22h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Los Angeles on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 19h	12:05am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 17h	9:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 18h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	2d 1h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 22h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Los Angeles on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	2d 7h	12:05am	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 17h	9:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 18h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 22h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	2d	5:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Los Angeles on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 17h	9:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 18h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 22h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	2d	5:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	2d 10h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Los Angeles on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 17h	9:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 18h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 22h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags
	Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	2d	5:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	2d 10h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Los Angeles on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	8:50am	New Orleans Bus Station	2d 10h	4:50pm	Lankershim/Magnolia - North Hollywood	Cheapest
	Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 17h	9:10am	Los Angeles Union Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 18h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	2d 1h	10:30pm	Los Angeles Union Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 22h	3:00pm	Downtown LA (Flixbus Lot)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $141, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

2d Average Duration

1654 milesDistance

67kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$141 - $486	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 67kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$149 - $3,454	Average Duration2d 20h	CO₂ emissions 244kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Los Angeles?

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Stops in Los Angeles

A
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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B
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
C
613 Maple Ave
613 Maple Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA
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D
Los Angeles International Airport
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E
Downtown Westin Bonaventure
404 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071, USA
F
LAX Airport Holiday Inn
9901 S La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,403 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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 New Orleans Los Angeles recent customer reviews

We were constantly delayed due to simple things that could have been avoided. Not going greyhound anymore.

Leon B.

October 4, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511,465 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans to Los Angeles, US 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 New Orleans to Los Angeles?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Los Angeles start from $141. The average price for this route is around $225. 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 New Orleans to Los Angeles?
The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Los Angeles is 2d , covering a distance of 1654 miles (2668 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 16h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Los Angeles route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Los Angeles?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Los Angeles at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Los Angeles?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Los Angeles generates an estimated 67 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 New Orleans to Los Angeles?
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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Los Angeles?
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 New Orleans to Los Angeles?
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 New Orleans to Los Angeles?
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

11/26

$249

11/27

$218

Today

$276

11/29

$261

11/30

$241

12/01

$259

12/02

$216

12/03

$182

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $182

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

You can expect to pay from $182 to $498 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $182 which is on 2025-12-03.