Find coaches from Charleston, WV, US to New Orleans

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Next departures from Charleston to New Orleans on 5 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Charleston Bus Station
New Orleans Bus StationCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Charleston Bus Station
New Orleans Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Charleston Bus Station
New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline DrNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charleston to New Orleans

Bus
Average priceUS$91 - US$155Average duration1d 9h
30kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$238 - US$333Average duration1d 13h
110kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Charleston to New Orleans

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day
1d 9hAverage duration
US$91Cheapest ticket
30kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charleston, WV, US to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$102
Average bus trip duration1d 9h
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure05:15
Distance753 miles
Latest bus departure09:20

Charleston to New Orleans Bus

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We make sure you can find a bus service from Charleston to New Orleans from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to New Orleans from Charleston, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Charleston, WV, US - New Orleans

  1. What's the distance between Charleston and New Orleans by coach?

    The journey from Charleston to New Orleans by coach covers an approximate distance of 754 miles (1215 km).

  2. How can I travel from Charleston to New Orleans avoiding air travel?

    To travel from Charleston to New Orleans without flying, you can take the coaches. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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US$107
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US$84
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charleston, WV, US to New Orleans was searched and found on 31 Aug 2025 with a price of US$84

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

You can expect to pay from US$84 to US$112 for a bus ticket from Charleston, WV, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$84, which is on 2025-08-31.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Charleston and New Orleans!

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Charleston to New Orleans.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Charleston to New Orleans while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

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!

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

What's the cheapest way to go from Charleston, WV, US to New Orleans?

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