- Must visit
New Orleans Museum of Art
Leading art museum in City Park with major European, American, African, and contemporary collections plus a renowned sculpture garden.
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€96
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€104
Fastest journey on Sep 17
21 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
1 d 7 m
Buses on Sep 17
10
Distance
1076 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Miami, FL 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 Miami, FL to New Orleans, LA will cost around €104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €96.
It's difficult to get from Miami, FL to New Orleans, LA without transferring at least 2 times.
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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Miami, FL to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €124 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €124, while a train costs an average of €488.
Distance: 668 miles (1076 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
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€124 Average price Cheapest | €398 Average price | €488 Average price | €165 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
24h 22m Average total duration 23h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 31m Average total duration Fastest 5h 31m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 58h 17m Average total duration 57h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Miami, FL to New Orleans, LA:
A bus is €274 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Miami, FL to New Orleans, LA costing on average €398.
A bus is €365 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Miami, FL to New Orleans, LA costing on average €488.
Other travel options to New Orleans, LA take longer:
Bus takes on average 23h 52m.
Train takes on average 57h 47m.
Tickets start at around €124 compared to roughly €165 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €42. The journey takes 23h 52m versus 12h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 35h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €80 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 24h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €95 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 25h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €141 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:35AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 32h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 21h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €86 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 31h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €85 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 29h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €108 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 28h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €87 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 41h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €82 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 41h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €85 |
The table below shows live departures for Miami, FL to New Orleans, LA buses for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+ · + FlixBus | 11:10 PM Miami, Golden Glades Station, FL | 24h30 | 10:40 PM New Orleans, LA | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 11:10 PM Miami, Golden Glades Station, FL | 41h45 | 3:55 PM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 11:25 PM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 41h30 | 3:55 PM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 3 transfers | |
· + FlixBus | 11:25 PM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 24h15 | 10:40 PM New Orleans, LA | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 8:35 AM Miami, Golden Glades Station, FL | 32h20 | 3:55 PM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ · | 8:35 AM Miami, Golden Glades Station, FL | 21h55 | 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 9:00 AM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 21h30 | 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · | 9:00 AM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 31h55 | 3:55 PM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 12:50 PM Miami, Airport Intermodal Station | 29h00 | 4:50 PM New Orleans, LA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 1:25 PM Miami, Golden Glades Station, FL | 28h25 | 4:50 PM New Orleans, LA | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Miami, FL to New Orleans, LA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 23h 52m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €77 but you can travel from only €26 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 04:10, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 668 miles (1076 km) distance in 18h 25m.
Distance 668 miles (1076 km) |
Average bus duration 23h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €77 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 18h 25m |
First bus 4:10 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
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 Miami, FL 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 Miami, FL to New Orleans, LA buses use the Miami, Golden Glades Station 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 Miami, FL and New Orleans, LA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Miami, Golden Glades Station is 16 km from Miami city centre. Public transport options include:
Miami, Golden Glades Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Miami, Golden Glades Station. ATMs are available at Miami, Golden Glades Station.
Ticket office support is available at Miami, Golden Glades Station.
Available at Miami, Golden Glades Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Miami, Golden Glades Station: Station is accessible for passengers with disabilities.
Miami, Airport Intermodal Station is 6 km from Miami city centre. Public transport options include:
Miami, Airport Intermodal Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple dining options available.
Free WiFi is available. ATMs are multiple ATMs located within the station.
Ticket office support is available at Miami, Airport Intermodal Station.
Available at Miami, Airport Intermodal Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Miami, Airport Intermodal Station: The station is fully accessible with elevators and ramps.
New Orleans, LA is 1 km from New Orleans city centre. Public transport options include:
New Orleans, LA has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at New Orleans, LA. ATMs are available at New Orleans, LA.
Ticket office support is available at New Orleans, LA.
Available at New Orleans, LA: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Orleans, LA: Station is wheelchair accessible.
Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) is 1 km from New Orleans city centre. Public transport options include:
Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food outlets nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr). ATMs are available at Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr).
Ticket office support is available at Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr).
Available at Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr): Wheelchair accessible entrance and facilities.
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