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

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Charlottesville start from $111. The average price for this route is around $189. 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 Charlottesville?

The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Charlottesville is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 871 miles (1405 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 24m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Charlottesville route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Charlottesville at 6:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to Charlottesville generates an estimated 35 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 New Orleans to Charlottesville?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from New Orleans to Charlottesville?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans to Charlottesville?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus New Orleans to Charlottesville from $141 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Charlottesville on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	7:05am	Charlottesville Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures for New Orleans to Charlottesville on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	7:05am	Charlottesville Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	1d 23h	7:05am	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Charlottesville on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	1d 23h	7:05am	Charlottesville Union Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	7:05am	Charlottesville Union Station	Fastest

Next departures for New Orleans to Charlottesville on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	1d 23h	7:05am	Charlottesville Union Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	7:05am	Charlottesville Union Station	Fastest

Next departures for New Orleans to Charlottesville on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	1d 23h	7:05am	Charlottesville Union Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	7:05am	Charlottesville Union Station	Fastest

Next departures for New Orleans to Charlottesville 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	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	7:05am	Charlottesville Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	1d 23h	7:05am	Charlottesville Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:47 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Charlottesville

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Charlottesville. The journey takes about 1 day, 44 minutes and with fares starting at just $160, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d Average Duration

865 milesDistance

127kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$111 - $600	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$160 - $1,108	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 127kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Charlottesville?

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Stops in Charlottesville

A
Campbells Travel Bus Stop
310 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,620 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans to Charlottesville 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 New Orleans to Charlottesville?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Charlottesville start from $111. The average price for this route is around $189. 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 Charlottesville?
The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Charlottesville is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 871 miles (1405 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 24m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Charlottesville route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Charlottesville?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Charlottesville at 6:55am. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Charlottesville?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Charlottesville generates an estimated 35 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 New Orleans to Charlottesville?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Charlottesville?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from New Orleans to Charlottesville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans to Charlottesville?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

11/30

No data

12/01

$302

Today

$358

12/03

$182

12/04

$162

12/05

$154

12/06

$154

12/07

$156

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Charlottesville was searched and found on Dec 5, 2025 with a price of $154

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

You can expect to pay from $154 to $358 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Charlottesville based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $154 which is on 2025-12-05.