- Must visit
The National WWII Museum
A Major American museum with immersive exhibits on World War II, widely considered one of the city’s top attractions.
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 18 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hattiesburg, MS 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 Hattiesburg, MS to New Orleans, LA will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 2 buses that leave Hattiesburg, MS for New Orleans, LA on Wed, Jul 01, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jul 01 the direct buses cover the 170 km distance in an average of 2 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Wed, Jul 01 the slowest buses will take 2 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 train as it is the most popular option from Hattiesburg, MS to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $26.
Distance: 105 miles (170 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $40 Average price | $23 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hattiesburg, MS to New Orleans, LA:
A bus is $14 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hattiesburg, MS to New Orleans, LA costing on average $40 (€33).
Other travel options to New Orleans, LA take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 4m.
You'll arrive about -1h -36m sooner (2h 18m by bus vs 1h 42m by car) and save roughly $-3.27 (€-2.69) compared to fuel and tolls ($26 (€22) vs $23 (€19)). 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 FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Amtrak | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
The table below shows live departures for Hattiesburg, MS to New Orleans, LA buses for today, Tuesday, June 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 3:35 PM Hattiesburg, Campbell Loop (Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen), MS | 2h15 | 5:50 PM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Hattiesburg, MS to New Orleans, LA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:20, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 105 miles (170 km) distance in 2h 0m.
Distance 105 miles (170 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 0m |
First bus 3:20 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
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A Major American museum with immersive exhibits on World War II, widely considered one of the city’s top attractions.
The city’s flagship fine arts museum in City Park, known for strong European, American, African, and contemporary collections.
A Leading museum focused on art of the American South, with a well-regarded permanent collection and rotating exhibitions.
The city’s best-known historic district, famous for architecture, street life, balconies, and iconic New Orleans atmosphere.
The most famous street in New Orleans, known for nightlife, neon, and nonstop energy, especially after dark.
A Popular area for live music, nightlife, and local creative energy that has become especially popular with younger visitors.
A Rich Louisiana stew made with a dark roux, vegetables, and often seafood or sausage. It is one of the city’s signature Creole and Cajun dishes.
A Spiced rice dish cooked with stock, vegetables, and usually sausage, chicken, or seafood. It is a classic one-pot staple of New Orleans cooking.
A Savory dish of crawfish smothered in a roux-based sauce and served over rice. It is a beloved local specialty during crawfish season.
A Celebrated Garden District restaurant known for refined Creole cuisine, polished service, and a historic setting. Famous for brunch and classic New Orleans dining.
A Long-running neighborhood favorite for classic po’ boys, especially fried seafood versions. The atmosphere is simple, local, and deeply traditional.
A Popular warehouse-district restaurant focused on Cajun and Southern flavors, especially pork dishes, boudin, and hearty regional specialties in a lively space.
Moderate for U.S. travel. Food and drinks range widely, while hotels can rise sharply during festivals and peak weekends.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up or 10-15% for taxis, and USD 2-5 for hotel staff.
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