The cheapest and fastest buses from Lafayette, LA to New Iberia, LA
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$12
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
35 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lafayette, LA to New Iberia, LA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lafayette, LA to New Iberia, LA will cost around $12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 1 buses that leave Lafayette, LA for New Iberia, LA on Sun, May 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 24 the direct buses cover the 31 km distance in an average of 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
On Sun, May 24 the slowest buses will take 35 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.
5:30 PM0h35Lafayette, LA6:05 PMNew Iberia, LA$121One-way0 transfers
5:30 PM0h35Lafayette, LA6:05 PMNew Iberia, LA$121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lafayette, LA to New Iberia, LA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lafayette, LA to New Iberia, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $13.
Distance: 19 miles (31 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price | $4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration Fastest 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lafayette, LA to New Iberia, LA:
A bus is $7 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lafayette, LA to New Iberia, LA costing on average $17 (€13).
Other travel options to New Iberia, LA take longer:
Bus takes on average 35m.
You'll arrive about -1h -5m sooner (35m by bus vs 30m by car) and save roughly $-5.66 (€-4.58) compared to fuel and tolls ($10 (€8) vs $4 (€4)). 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.
Lafayette, LA to New Iberia, LA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:05PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Live departures
Lafayette, LA to New Iberia, LA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lafayette, LA to New Iberia, LA buses for today, Saturday, May 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:30 PM Lafayette, LA | 0h35 | 6:05 PM New Iberia, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 PM Lafayette, LA | 0h35 | 7:05 PM New Iberia, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Lafayette, LA to New Iberia, LA by train or bus
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Why should you book Lafayette, LA to New Iberia, LA buses with Omio?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lafayette, LA to New Iberia, LA
Buses from Lafayette, LA to New Iberia, LA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:40, the last at 12:30. The fastest bus covers the 19 miles (31 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 19 miles (31 km) |
Average bus duration 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 9:40 AM |
Last bus 12:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Greyhound from Lafayette, LA to New Iberia, LAYou can travel by bus between Lafayette, LA to New Iberia, LA with Greyhound for as low as $6 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lafayette, LA to New Iberia, LA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lafayette, LA to New Iberia, 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 Iberia, LA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
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