How much is the bus ticket from San Antonio to New Orleans?

The cheapest bus tickets from San Antonio to New Orleans start from $69. The average price for this route is around $120. 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 San Antonio to New Orleans?

The average bus travel time from San Antonio to New Orleans is 14h 50m, covering a distance of 815 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the San Antonio to New Orleans route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus , Valley Transit .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Antonio to New Orleans?

The earliest bus departs from San Antonio to New Orleans at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Antonio to New Orleans?

A bus trip from San Antonio to New Orleans generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from San Antonio to New Orleans?

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 87412 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Antonio to New Orleans?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Antonio to New Orleans?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 San Antonio to New Orleans?

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 San Antonio to New Orleans from $63 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for San Antonio to New Orleans on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:40pm	San Antonio Bus Station	16h 20m	5:00am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00pm	San Antonio Bus Station	12h 5m	7:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures for San Antonio to New Orleans on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00am	San Antonio Bus Station	10h 20m	8:20pm	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	1:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	11h 35m	12:40pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:40pm	San Antonio Bus Station	16h 20m	5:00am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	17h 40m	7:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00pm	San Antonio Bus Station	12h 5m	7:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to New Orleans on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00pm	San Antonio Bus Station	20h 55m	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	Cheapest
	Bus	1:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	11h 35m	12:40pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	7:35am	San Antonio Bus Station	13h	8:35pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00pm	San Antonio Bus Station	12h 5m	7:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	1:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	14h 50m	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to New Orleans on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00pm	San Antonio Bus Station	12h 5m	7:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	1:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	11h 35m	12:40pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	7:35am	San Antonio Bus Station	13h	8:35pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	12h 15m	8:45pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Valley Transit + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	9:15pm	San Antonio Bus Station	21h 55m	7:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to New Orleans on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00am	San Antonio Bus Station	10h 20m	8:20pm	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	1:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	11h 35m	12:40pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:35pm	San Antonio Bus Station	16h 25m	5:00am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	17h 40m	7:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00pm	San Antonio Bus Station	12h 5m	7:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to New Orleans on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00am	San Antonio Bus Station	10h 20m	8:20pm	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	1:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	11h 35m	12:40pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:35pm	San Antonio Bus Station	16h 25m	5:00am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	17h 40m	7:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00pm	San Antonio Bus Station	12h 5m	7:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for San Antonio to New Orleans on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00am	San Antonio Bus Station	10h 20m	8:20pm	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	1:05am	San Antonio Bus Station	11h 35m	12:40pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:35pm	San Antonio Bus Station	16h 25m	5:00am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	San Antonio Bus Station	17h 40m	7:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines Mexico + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:00pm	San Antonio Bus Station	12h 5m	7:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 14 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

14h 50mAverage Duration

815 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$69 - $360	Average Duration14h 50m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$115 - $296	Average Duration15h 15m	CO₂ emissions 74kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in San Antonio and New Orleans?

Stops in San Antonio

A
San Antonio Bus Station
500 N St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX 78205, USA
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B
Tornado I-35
7914 Interstate 35 Access Rd, San Antonio, TX 78224, USA
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C
San Antonio, TX
165 Bowie St, San Antonio, 78205
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D
4407 S PanAm Expy #101
4407 S PanAm Expy #101, San Antonio, TX 78225, USA
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Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,418 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87418 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $90

Greyhound San Antonio New Orleans recent customer reviews

The bus was cancelled, but the staff were inadequate in providing updates to passengers as to future travel arrangements. The bus was also dirty and had mould on the ceiling and leaked when it was raining

Kayne A.

June 22, 2017

I was supposed to leave San Antonio at 8am Sunday and get to New Orleans at 8pm Sunday but there was a 3 hour delay in San Antonio and a 10 hour layover in Houston i wont be getting to New Orleans till 7am Monday worst bus ride ever

Tina J.

January 9, 2017

Buen servicio

Jorge Armando G.

February 11, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,545 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Valley Transit

3/534 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3

Wifi2.5

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Antonio, US to New Orleans 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 San Antonio to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from San Antonio to New Orleans start from $69. The average price for this route is around $120. 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 San Antonio to New Orleans?
The average bus travel time from San Antonio to New Orleans is 14h 50m, covering a distance of 815 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the San Antonio to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus, Valley Transit.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from San Antonio to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from San Antonio to New Orleans at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 9:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from San Antonio to New Orleans?
A bus trip from San Antonio to New Orleans generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from San Antonio to New Orleans?
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 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from San Antonio to New Orleans?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from San Antonio to New Orleans?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 San Antonio to New Orleans?
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

12-05

$114

12-06

$90

Today

$98

12-08

$87

12-09

$113

12-10

$112

12-11

$73

12-12

$77

The cheapest trip from San Antonio, US to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $73

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

You can expect to pay from $73 to $201 for a bus ticket from San Antonio, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $73 which is on 2025-12-11.

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.