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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Metairie, LA to Houston, TX
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
6 h 53 m
Average duration
7 h 24 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
503 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Metairie, LA to Houston, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Metairie, LA to Houston, TX will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
It's difficult to get from Metairie, LA to Houston, TX without transferring at least 2 times.
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Metairie, LA to Houston, TX
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Metairie, LA to Houston, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, and a flight costs an average of $100.
Distance: 312 miles (503 km)
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$62 Average price Cheapest | $232 Average price | $72 Average price |
6h 45m Average total duration Fastest 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 31m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 48m Average total duration 9h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Metairie, LA to Houston, TX bus times
The table below shows live departures for Metairie, LA to Houston, TX buses for today, Thursday, March 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 2:02 PM Metairie, LA | 6h58 | 9:00 PM Houston, TX | 2 transfers | |
| 4:02 PM Metairie, LA | 6h53 | 10:55 PM Houston, TX | 2 transfers | |
| 9:44 PM Metairie, LA | 7h31 | 5:15 AM Houston, TX | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, March 20 | |||||
| 6:49 AM Metairie, LA | 7h26 | 2:15 PM Houston, TX | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Metairie, LA to Houston, TX
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Buses from Metairie, LA to Houston, TX run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $56 (€46) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 312 miles (503 km) distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 312 miles (503 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€46) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 7h 30m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, New Orleans RTA from Metairie, LA to Houston, TXYou can travel by bus between Metairie, LA to Houston, TX with FlixBus, New Orleans RTA for as low as $56 (€46). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Metairie, LA to Houston, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Metairie, LA to Houston, TX 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 Houston, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Space Center Houston, an educational complex offering exhibits and tours related to NASA's space exploration
- Houston Museum of Natural Science, featuring extensive collections of fossils, gems, and ancient artifacts
- Houston Zoo, home to over 6,000 animals from around the world in a lush, 55-acre park
- Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, showcasing a diverse collection of art from antiquity to the present
- Buffalo Bayou Park, a 160-acre green space with trails, gardens, and views of the downtown skyline.
- Visit the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, the largest livestock exhibition and rodeo in the world, featuring concerts and carnival attractions
- Explore the vibrant street art and murals in the Houston Heights neighborhood
- Enjoy a performance at the Houston Symphony, offering a range of classical and contemporary music
- Discover the culinary scene with a food tour in the diverse neighborhoods of Houston
- Attend a game at Minute Maid Park, home of the Houston Astros, for an exciting baseball experience.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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