How much is the bus ticket from Houston to New Orleans?

The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to New Orleans start from $36. The average price for this route is around $50. 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 Houston to New Orleans?

The average bus trip duration from Houston to New Orleans is 6h 35m, covering a distance of 317 miles (512 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Houston to New Orleans route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Houston to New Orleans at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

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

A bus trip from Houston to New Orleans generates an estimated 13 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 Houston to New Orleans?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

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

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 Houston to New Orleans?

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 Houston 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 Houston to New Orleans from $42 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Houston to New Orleans on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	6h 10m	5:00am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	11:20pm	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	5h 40m	5:00am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures for Houston to New Orleans on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:20am	Downtown Gray & Smith	6h 10m	1:30pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:20pm	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	5h 40m	5:00am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:05am	Houston Bus Station	7h	7:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Downtown Gray & Smith	6h 20m	3:20pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Houston Bus Station	7h 40m	12:40pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to New Orleans on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:45pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	6h 35m	8:20pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:20pm	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	5h 40m	5:00am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:05am	Houston Bus Station	7h	7:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:20am	Downtown Gray & Smith	6h 10m	1:30pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Houston Bus Station	7h 40m	12:40pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to New Orleans on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:20am	Downtown Gray & Smith	6h 10m	1:30pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:20pm	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	5h 40m	5:00am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:05am	Houston Bus Station	7h	7:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	9:00am	Downtown Gray & Smith	6h 20m	3:20pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Houston Bus Station	7h 40m	12:40pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to New Orleans on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:45pm	Downtown Gray & Smith	6h 35m	8:20pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:20pm	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	5h 40m	5:00am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:05am	Houston Bus Station	7h	7:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:20am	Downtown Gray & Smith	6h 10m	1:30pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Houston Bus Station	7h 40m	12:40pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to New Orleans on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:05pm	Houston Bus Station	7h 30m	8:35pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	9:00am	Downtown Gray & Smith	6h 20m	3:20pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:05am	Houston Bus Station	7h	7:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	8:40am	Houston Uptown/Upper Kirby	6h 40m	3:20pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Houston Bus Station	7h 40m	12:40pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to New Orleans on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:05pm	Houston Bus Station	7h 30m	8:35pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:20pm	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	5h 40m	5:00am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	12:05am	Houston Bus Station	7h	7:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:20am	Downtown Gray & Smith	6h 10m	1:30pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	5:00am	Houston Bus Station	7h 40m	12:40pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Houston to New Orleans on December 11
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05am	Houston Bus Station	7h	7:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	11:20pm	Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd	5h 40m	5:00am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	5:00am	Houston Bus Station	7h 40m	12:40pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	7:20am	Downtown Gray & Smith	6h 10m	1:30pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Bus	1:05pm	Houston Bus Station	7h 30m	8:35pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 6 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

6h 35mAverage Duration

317 milesDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$36 - $119	Average Duration6h 35m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$57 - $81	Average Duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 46kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Houston and New Orleans?

Stops in Houston

A
Hillcroft Ave & Southwest Freeway
6590 Southwest Fwy, Houston, TX 77074, USA
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B
Downtown Greyhound Station
2121 Main St, Houston, TX 77002
C
Harrisburg Greyhound Station
7000 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
D
Harrisburg Senda Station
7011 Harrisburg Blvd, Houston, TX 77011, USA
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E
Clay St & Louisiana St
600-698 Clay St, Houston, TX 77002, USA
F
Lockwood Dr & Harvey Wilson Dr
820 Lockwood Dr, Houston, TX 77002, USA

Stops in New Orleans

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

FlixBus

3.5/511,520 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the cleanliness of the bus and praising the driver's safe driving skills. Additionally, they appreciated how helpful and welcoming the driver was during their journey. These aspects contributed to a pleasant travel experience overall.

FlixBus Houston New Orleans recent customer reviews

The bus was very clean!!! The driver was safe with driving. We arrived at the time we was supposed to. I hope I have the same driver on my return.

Dominique E.

September 20, 2025

I didn’t enjoy anything it was worst bus trip. Roaches in bus and the driver was 2 hours late for us to leave , he was screaming at everyone

Ceslie F.

July 22, 2024

The driver was very helpful and welcoming

Patrese Q.

July 31, 2025

Greyhound

3.5/587,413 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Users appreciated the spaciousness and speed offered for the price, highlighting these as positive aspects of their experience. However, there were some concerns about the air conditioning being too cold during travel and a delay in arrival time compared to what was initially expected.

Greyhound Houston New Orleans recent customer reviews

Hey team, would love to discuss an incident last night at Houston station whilst trying to board a bus to New Orleans. I was refused boarding and then one of your representatives physically assaulted me by pushing me. So not cool! I had to be in NOLA this morning so had to catch an uber. I'm seeking compensation for this. Please let me know how I can proceed

Daniel B.

March 2, 2020

I loved the bus ride. We left on time. Made both stops on a timely schedule and arrived 30 minutes early.

Terry S.

June 27, 2019

I love it! The charger ports are very convenient although they’re not on every single row of seats.

Marilyn N.

March 25, 2018

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Houston, 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 Houston to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to New Orleans start from $36. The average price for this route is around $50. 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 Houston to New Orleans?
The average bus trip duration from Houston to New Orleans is 6h 35m, covering a distance of 317 miles (512 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Houston to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Houston to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Houston to New Orleans at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Houston to New Orleans generates an estimated 13 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 Houston to New Orleans?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to New Orleans?
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 Houston to New Orleans?
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 Houston 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

12/02

$70

12/03

$66

Today

$57

12/05

$55

12/06

$46

12/07

$47

12/08

$43

12/09

$43

The cheapest trip from Houston, US to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 8, 2025 with a price of $43

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

You can expect to pay from $43 to $109 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $43 which is on 2025-12-08.

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.