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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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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Las Vegas, NV to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $63, and a train costs an average of $364.
Distance: 1508 miles (2428 km)
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$261 Average price | $150 Average price Cheapest | $1001 Average price | $344 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
43h 55m Average total duration 43h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 57m Average total duration Fastest 3h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 59h 48m Average total duration 59h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Las Vegas, NV to New Orleans, LA:
A flight is $111 (€91) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Las Vegas, NV to New Orleans, LA costing on average $261 (€214).
A flight is $851 (€699) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Las Vegas, NV to New Orleans, LA costing on average $1001 (€821).
Other travel options to New Orleans, LA take longer:
Bus takes on average 43h 25m.
Train takes on average 59h 18m.
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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 |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 47h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $428 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 62h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $202 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 62h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $227 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 54h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 45h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $191 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 51h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $134 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 45h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $171 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 47h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 47h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $245 |
The table below shows live departures for Las Vegas, NV to New Orleans, LA buses for tomorrow, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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![]() | 1:25 AM Las Vegas, NV | 47h45 | 1:10 AM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Las Vegas, NV to New Orleans, LA run on average 13 times per day, taking around 43h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $127 (€104) but you can travel from only $63 (€52) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 1508 miles (2428 km) distance in 44h 40m.
Distance 1508 miles (2428 km) |
Average bus duration 43h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $127 (€104) |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 44h 40m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:45 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.
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Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport -> Canal Street, New Orleans, LA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Las Vegas, NV 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 Las Vegas, NV to New Orleans, LA buses use the Las Vegas, S Las Vegas Blvd (Forever 21) 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 Las Vegas, NV 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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