- Must visit
New Orleans Museum of Art
Leading art museum in City Park with major European, American, African, and contemporary collections plus a renowned sculpture garden.

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Cheapest price
$184
Average price
$213
Fastest journey
12h 5m
Average duration
19h 30m
Buses per day
10
Distance
504 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dallas, TX to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $52, and a flight costs an average of $53.
Distance: 442 miles (712 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$112 Average price Cheapest | $207 Average price | $159 Average price | $99 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 23m Average total duration 10h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration Fastest 2h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 58m Average total duration 25h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Dallas, TX to New Orleans, LA:
A bus is $47 (€39) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Dallas, TX to New Orleans, LA costing on average $159 (€131).
A bus is $94 (€78) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Dallas, TX to New Orleans, LA costing on average $207 (€170).
Other travel options to New Orleans, LA take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 53m.
Train takes on average 25h 28m.
You'll arrive about -4h -28m sooner (10h 53m by bus vs 7h 25m by car) and save roughly $-13.08 (€-10.78) compared to fuel and tolls ($112 (€92) vs $99 (€82)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:01AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 15h54 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:05AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $157 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 20h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $184 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 15h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 23h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 22h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 19h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $130 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $111 |
The table below shows live departures for Dallas, TX to New Orleans, LA buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· | 6:50 AM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 13h30 | 8:20 PM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ · | 10:30 AM Dallas Downtown | 20h35 | 7:05 AM New Orleans, LA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 4:35 PM Irving, DFW Airport, TX | 20h20 | 12:55 PM New Orleans, LA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 4:35 PM Irving, DFW Airport, TX | 23h20 | 3:55 PM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 5:05 PM Dallas, N Stemmons Fwy - Market Center (Shell gas station), TX | 22h50 | 3:55 PM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 5:05 PM Dallas, N Stemmons Fwy - Market Center (Shell gas station), TX | 19h50 | 12:55 PM New Orleans, LA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 5:40 PM Dallas Downtown | 19h15 | 12:55 PM New Orleans, LA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 5:40 PM Dallas Downtown | 22h15 | 3:55 PM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 3 transfers | |
· · | 7:00 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 20h55 | 3:55 PM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 2 transfers | |
· | 7:00 PM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 12h05 | 7:05 AM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
· | 12:01 AM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 12h54 | 12:55 PM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
· · | 12:01 AM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 15h54 | 3:55 PM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 2 transfers | |
· | 4:05 AM Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station, TX | 13h45 | 5:50 PM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Dallas, TX to New Orleans, LA run on average 11 times per day, taking around 10h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $52 (€43) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 442 miles (712 km) distance in 9h 15m.
Distance 442 miles (712 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€43) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 15m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
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Discover the best of New Orleans, LA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect New Orleans, LA trip today.
Leading art museum in City Park with major European, American, African, and contemporary collections plus a renowned sculpture garden.
Powerful museum using immersive exhibits to explain World War II through personal stories, artifacts, and major military history.
Smithsonian-affiliated museum devoted to Southern art, design, and culture in a contemporary warehouse district setting.
The city’s most famous neighborhood, packed with historic architecture, music, courtyards, and essential New Orleans street life.
Lively public square facing St. Louis Cathedral, ideal for architecture, performers, and a classic introduction to the city.
Vast urban park with oak groves, lagoons, museums, and trails, offering one of the best green escapes in New Orleans.
A hearty Creole rice dish with sausage, chicken, and seafood. It reflects Spanish, French, and local influences central to New Orleans cooking.
A rich Louisiana stew usually made with roux, okra or filé, and seafood or sausage. It is a signature dish of Creole and Cajun tradition.
A classic po' boy is a French bread sandwich stuffed with fried shrimp, oysters, or roast beef. It is one of the city's most iconic everyday foods.
Celebrated Creole restaurant famous for gumbo z'herbes, turtle soup, and jazz brunch in an elegant Garden District mansion.
Casual landmark for classic po' boys and fried seafood. Expect a lively, old-school New Orleans atmosphere near the French Quarter.
Historic coffee stand best known for beignets and chicory café au lait. It is busy, informal, and one of the city's essential stops.
Moderate for U.S. cities: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but food and transit are reasonable for tourists.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, 10-15% for taxis, and spare change or $1 at cafes for good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dallas, TX to New Orleans, LA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at New Orleans, LA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Dallas, TX to New Orleans, LA buses use the Dallas, Greyhound Bus Station to New Orleans, LA station pair, with some services arriving at Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr). Use this guide to compare Dallas, TX and New Orleans, LA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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