How much is the bus ticket from New York City to New Orleans?

The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to New Orleans start from $108. The average price for this route is around $159. 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 York City to New Orleans?

The average bus trip duration from New York City to New Orleans is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 1174 miles (1892 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the New York City to New Orleans route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 41 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from New York City to New Orleans at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

A bus trip from New York City to New Orleans generates an estimated 47 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 York City 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 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City 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 New York City 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 New York City 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 New York City to New Orleans from $142 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to New Orleans on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:30pm	Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)	1d 14h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:05am	New York Port Authority	1d 8h	8:35am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 8h	8:35am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	2:50am	New York Port Authority	1d 15h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to New Orleans on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30am	Queens (Flushing)	1d 20h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 7h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:05am	New York Port Authority	1d 8h	8:35am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 9h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New York City to New Orleans on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:30am	Queens (Flushing)	1d 20h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:50am	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	8:35am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 9h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 17h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures for New York City to New Orleans on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:45pm	Queens Jamaica (44th Pl/Archer Ave)	2d 3h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:50am	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	8:35am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 9h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 17h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures for New York City to New Orleans on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:00pm	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 8h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:50am	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	8:35am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 9h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 17h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures for New York City to New Orleans on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	4:30pm	Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)	1d 14h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	2:50am	New York Port Authority	1d 6h	8:35am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:30am	New York Port Authority	1d 9h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 17h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures for New York City to New Orleans on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:05am	New York Port Authority	1d 8h	8:35am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 7h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	2:50am	New York Port Authority	1d 15h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30am	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	1d 8h	8:35am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	11:00pm	New York Port Authority	1d 17h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City 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 1 day, 15 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $108, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

41bus per day

1d 15hAverage Duration

1174 milesDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$108 - $467	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$172 - $1,629	Average Duration2d 1h	CO₂ emissions 171kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New York City and New Orleans?

Stops in New York City

A
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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B
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
C
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA

Stops in New Orleans

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

Greyhound

3.5/587,412 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.

Greyhound Lines, Inc. New York City New Orleans recent customer reviews

Very bad, bus in and the other one with trouble

Olivier P.

November 1, 2024

very bad, was late by over 12 hours

Ruby F.

November 5, 2019

Will recommend to others.

Francisco H.

April 25, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/511,501 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

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, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New York City 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 New York City to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to New Orleans start from $108. The average price for this route is around $159. 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 York City to New Orleans?
The average bus trip duration from New York City to New Orleans is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 1174 miles (1892 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the New York City to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 41 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from New York City to New Orleans at 1:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to New Orleans?
A bus trip from New York City to New Orleans generates an estimated 47 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 York City 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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City 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 New York City 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 New York City 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

11/30

$324

12/01

$329

Today

$259

12/03

$240

12/04

$173

12/05

$183

12/06

$171

12/07

$168

The cheapest trip from New York City to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 7, 2025 with a price of $168

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

You can expect to pay from $168 to $386 for a bus ticket from New York City to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $168 which is on 2025-12-07.