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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.
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
448 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Montgomery, AL 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 Montgomery, AL to New Orleans, LA will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Of the 2 buses that leave Montgomery, AL for New Orleans, LA on Fri, Aug 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 07 the direct buses cover the 448 km distance in an average of 6 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Fri, Aug 07 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.




Buses from Montgomery, AL to New Orleans, LA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $32 if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:10, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 278 miles (448 km) distance in 6h 25m.
Distance 278 miles (448 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 6h 25m |
First bus 2:10 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:05AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
The table below shows live departures for Montgomery, AL to New Orleans, LA buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:00 PM Montgomery, Molton St (Greyhound Bus Station), AL | 6h30 | 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 4:00 AM Montgomery, AL | 6h30 | 10:30 AM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 AM Montgomery, AL | 6h30 | 11:30 AM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Montgomery, AL 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 Montgomery, AL to New Orleans, LA buses use the Montgomery, Molton St (Greyhound Bus Station) to New Orleans, LA station pair. Use this guide to compare Montgomery, AL and New Orleans, LA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Montgomery, Molton St (Greyhound Bus Station) is 1 km from Montgomery city centre. Public transport options include:
Montgomery, Molton St (Greyhound Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Montgomery, Molton St (Greyhound Bus Station). ATMs are available at Montgomery, Molton St (Greyhound Bus Station).
Ticket office support is available at Montgomery, Molton St (Greyhound Bus Station).
Available at Montgomery, Molton St (Greyhound Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Montgomery, Molton St (Greyhound Bus Station): Wheelchair accessible entrance and seating available.
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.
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