- Must visit
The National WWII Museum
A major museum covering the American experience in World War II with immersive exhibits, artifacts, and multimedia installations.
Cheapest price
$82
Average price
$113
Fastest journey
11 h 20 m
Average duration
12 h 16 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
738 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Austin, TX to New Orleans, LA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Austin, TX to New Orleans, LA will cost around $113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
Of the 8 buses that leave Austin, TX for New Orleans, LA on Mon, Jun 01, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct buses cover the 738 km distance in an average of 12 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 20 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest buses will take 13 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Austin, TX to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, and a flight costs an average of $68.
Distance: 458 miles (738 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$100 Average price Cheapest | $185 Average price | $148 Average price | $109 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 51m Average total duration 11h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 10m Average total duration 18h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Austin, TX to New Orleans, LA:
A bus is $48 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Austin, TX to New Orleans, LA costing on average $148 (€119).
A bus is $85 (€68) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Austin, TX to New Orleans, LA costing on average $185 (€149).
Other travel options to New Orleans, LA take longer:
Bus takes on average 11h 21m.
Train takes on average 18h 40m.
Tickets start at around $100 (€80) compared to roughly $109 (€87) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $9 (€7). The journey takes 11h 21m versus 7h 42m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:05AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:20AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $133 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $182 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:35AM | Duration 17h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $237 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 01:45AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
The table below shows live departures for Austin, TX to New Orleans, LA buses for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 AM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 11h45 | 8:05 PM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:40 AM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 11h25 | 8:05 PM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:00 AM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 11h05 | 8:05 PM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:15 AM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 9h30 | 8:45 PM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 9h15 | 8:45 PM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 PM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 11h50 | 4:55 AM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 PM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 9h55 | 4:55 AM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:15 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 9h40 | 4:55 AM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
· · | 10:20 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 14h35 | 12:55 PM New Orleans, LA | 2 transfers | |
· · · | 10:20 PM Austin, Shady Lane (Eastside Bus Plaza), TX | 17h35 | 3:55 PM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 3:20 AM Austin, TX | 14h35 | 5:55 PM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
FlixBus+ · | 10:35 PM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 14h20 | 12:55 PM New Orleans, LA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 10:35 PM Austin, E 9th St / S I-35 Frontage Rd, TX | 17h20 | 3:55 PM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 10:50 PM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 17h05 | 3:55 PM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 10:50 PM Austin, South Congress Transit Center, TX | 14h05 | 12:55 PM New Orleans, LA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:50 AM Austin, TX | 14h05 | 5:55 PM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Austin, TX to New Orleans, LA run on average 15 times per day, taking around 11h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $60 (€48) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:05, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 458 miles (738 km) distance in 9h 45m.
Distance 458 miles (738 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€48) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 45m |
First bus 3:05 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
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Discover the best of New Orleans — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect New Orleans trip today.
A major museum covering the American experience in World War II with immersive exhibits, artifacts, and multimedia installations.
The city’s leading fine arts museum, known for European, American, African, and contemporary collections in City Park.
A respected museum focused on art from the American South, featuring modern and contemporary works and regional perspectives.
The city’s most famous historic district, loved for architecture, music, balconies, and a lively street atmosphere.
A world-famous entertainment street known for nonstop energy, neon lights, and a classic New Orleans nightlife scene.
A picturesque neighborhood of grand historic homes, oak-lined streets, and one of the city’s best walking areas.
A rich Louisiana stew made with a dark roux, the holy trinity of vegetables, and usually seafood or sausage. It is one of the city’s most iconic Creole dishes.
A seasoned rice dish cooked with meat or seafood, tomatoes in the Creole style, and spices. It reflects the city’s French, Spanish, and African influences.
Square French-style doughnuts served hot and heavily dusted with powdered sugar. They are a classic New Orleans sweet and coffee companion.
A landmark Garden District restaurant known for refined Creole cuisine, elegant service, and a historic setting. Famous for jazz brunch and classic local dishes.
A popular Warehouse District restaurant specializing in Cajun-inspired pork, boudin, and hearty Louisiana cooking in a lively rustic space.
A long-running Uptown seafood spot best known for oysters, oyster loaf, and classic local seafood plates in an old-school tiled dining room.
Moderate by U.S. city standards. Food ranges widely; hotels surge during Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, and major events.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants and bars; 20%+ for great service. USD 1-2 per bag for bell staff, USD 2-5 for housekeeping daily, and round up or tip 10-15% for taxis.
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Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, New Orleans -> Canal Street, New Orleans
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