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The cheapest and fastest buses from Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA

Showing times and prices for Jun 25

Cheapest price

$65

Average price

$66

Fastest journey

6 h 10 m

Average duration

6 h 18 m

Buses per day

10

Distance

510 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Houston, 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 Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $65.

Fast buses

Of the 10 buses that leave Houston, TX for New Orleans, LA on Wed, Jun 25, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Jun 25 the direct buses cover the 510 km distance in an average of 6 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 10 m .

On Wed, Jun 25 the slowest buses will take 6 h 30 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.

FlixBusFlixBus
10:50PM6h10
Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX
05:00AMNew Orleans, LA
$651One-way
0 transfers
Greyhound
01:05PM7h30
Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX
08:35PMNew Orleans, LA
$651One-way
0 transfers
Greyhound
12:15AM7h25
Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX
07:40AMNew Orleans, LA
$651One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
02:00PM7h10
Houston, Southwest Fwy (Shell), TX
09:10PMNew Orleans, LA
$651One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
02:20PM6h50
Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX
09:10PMNew Orleans, LA
$651One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg.

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Flight

€67

Average price

€56

Average price

Cheapest

€137

Average price

7h 23m

Average duration

6h 53m

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30m

Additional time*

10h 0m

Average duration

9h 30m

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30m

Additional time*

7h 5m

Average duration

Fastest

4h 5m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.5 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.5 - 3.1kg

CO2 emissions

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Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA bus times

Showing buses for today, Tuesday, June 24
Last updated at 11:02 AM
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meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:30 PM Houston, Southwest Fwy (Shell), TX
6h30
8:00 PM New Orleans, LA0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus1:50 PM Houston, Gray St Parking (Bus Station), TX
6h10
8:00 PM New Orleans, LA0 transfersDirect
greyhound6:05 PM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX
7h30
1:35 AM New Orleans, LA0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, June 25
greyhound5:15 AM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX
7h25
12:40 PM New Orleans, LA0 transfersDirect
greyhound10:00 AM Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station), TX
7h40
5:40 PM New Orleans, LA0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA

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Buses from Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 6h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) but you can travel from only $48 (€39) by flight.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $48 (€39)
Distance
316 miles (510 km)
Average bus duration
6h 53m
Cheapest ticket price
$52 (€42)
Buses per day
9
Direct buses
9
Fastest bus
6h 0m
First bus
06:15
Last bus
20:20
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $48 (€39)

Bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound and Megabus from Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA

Find the best buses between Houston, TX and New Orleans, LA with Omio's travel partners FlixBus, Greyhound and Megabus from $43 (€35). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance bus services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.

Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA bus information with FlixBus:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 40 min
  • Cheapest Price: $43
  • FlixBus frequency: 2 a day

FAQs: Bus from Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA

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Popular bus stations from Houston, TX to New Orleans, LA

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The major bus station for departures in Houston is Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Houston, Harrisburg Blvd (Greyhound Bus Station) for your trip from Houston to New Orleans.
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Houston, Southwest Fwy (Shell)
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The major bus station for arrivals in New Orleans is New Orleans, LA. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at New Orleans, LA for your trip to New Orleans from Houston.
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