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

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Macon start from $129. The average price for this route is around $188. 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 Macon?

The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Macon is 11h 15m, covering a distance of 429 miles (692 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 50m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Macon route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Macon at 9:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to Macon generates an estimated 17 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 Macon?

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 87518 reviews.

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

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 New Orleans to Macon?

According to Busbud traveler 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 New Orleans to Macon?

According to Busbud traveler 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 New Orleans to Macon from $195 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Macon on February 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	13h 30m	11:40am	Macon Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	16h 10m	10:20pm	Macon Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 35m	7:55am	Macon Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 5:24 PM CST.

Get from New Orleans to Macon

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 11 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

11h 15mAverage Duration

429 milesDistance

17kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Macon?

Stops in New Orleans

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

A
Macon Greyhound Bus Station
65 Spring St, Macon, GA 31201

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,522 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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.

FlixBus

3.5/512,207 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans to Macon, GA 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 Macon?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Macon start from $129. The average price for this route is around $188. 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 Macon?
The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Macon is 11h 15m, covering a distance of 429 miles (692 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Macon route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Macon?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Macon at 9:10pm. And the latest bus departs at 9:10pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Macon?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Macon generates an estimated 17 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 Macon?
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 87518 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Macon?
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 New Orleans to Macon?
According to Busbud traveler 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 New Orleans to Macon?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Macon, GA was searched and found on Feb 11, 2026 with a price of $175

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 Macon, GA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $175 to $195 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Macon, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $195 which is on 2026-02-13.