Bus Tickets from Austin, TX, US to New Orleans

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Next departures for Austin to New Orleans on September 24
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus StationCheapest
FlixBus
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Austin Eastside Bus Plaza
New Orleans Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus
Downtown Austin
New Orleans Bus StationNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Austin
New Orleans Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Austin to New Orleans

Average PriceUS$41 - US$158Average Duration14h 5m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Average PriceUS$93 - US$220Average Duration1d 2h
67kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Austin to New Orleans

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 14 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
14h 5mAverage Duration
US$41Cheapest ticket
18kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Austin, TX, US to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$61
Average Bus Trip Duration14h 5m
Number of daily buses17
Earliest bus departure3:05am
Distance720 km
Latest bus departure10:50pm

Austin to New Orleans Bus

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Bus service from Austin to New Orleans will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Austin to New Orleans, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Austin, TX, US - New Orleans

  1. What is the travel distance from Austin to New Orleans?

    Austin and New Orleans are 740 km (459 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Austin to New Orleans?

    Buses departing from Greyhound Station in Austin will take you to Union Passenger Terminal in New Orleans.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
09-20
US$68
09-21
US$62
Today
US$96
09-23
No data
09-24
US$45
09-25
US$42
09-26
US$54
09-27
US$50
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Austin, TX, US to New Orleans was searched and found on Sep 25, 2025 with a price of US$42

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 US$42 to US$97 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 US$42 which is on 2025-09-25.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Austin to New Orleans, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Austin to New Orleans that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Austin, TX, US by bus?

Bus from New Orleans to Austin, TX, US

You can also go to New Orleans by train

Train from Austin, TX, US to New Orleans

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