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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | New Orleans Bus Station | Opelousas (Texaco 167 Truck Stop) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | New Orleans Bus Station | Opelousas (Texaco 167 Truck Stop) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr | Opelousas (Texaco 167 Truck Stop) | No tags |
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Get from New Orleans to Opelousas
The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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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.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans to Opelousas by bus
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How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Opelousas?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Opelousas start from $31. The average price for this route is around $35. 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 Opelousas?
The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Opelousas is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 126 miles (203 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Opelousas route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Opelousas?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Opelousas at 6:30am. And the latest bus departs at 10:55am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Opelousas?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Opelousas generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Opelousas was searched and found on Nov 28, 2025 with a price of $35To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New Orleans to Opelousas, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $35 to $80 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Opelousas based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-11-28.
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