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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
kr800
Average price
kr891
Fastest journey
13 h 50 m
Average duration
16 h 4 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
756 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nashville, TN 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 Nashville, TN to New Orleans, LA will cost around kr891 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr800.
It's difficult to get from Nashville, TN to New Orleans, LA without transferring at least once.
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· Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nashville, TN to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from kr581. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr581, and a flight costs an average of kr567.
Distance: 469 miles (756 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
kr1026 Average price Cheapest | kr3215 Average price |
14h 59m Average total duration 14h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration Fastest 4h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nashville, TN to New Orleans, LA:
A bus is kr2188 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nashville, TN to New Orleans, LA costing on average kr3215.
Other travel options to New Orleans, LA take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 29m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:45AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr629 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 13h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr657 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr637 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr625 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr657 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price kr637 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 20h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr645 |
The table below shows live departures for Nashville, TN to New Orleans, LA buses for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· | 2:45 AM Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South | 14h05 | 4:50 PM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
· | 4:00 AM Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South | 13h50 | 5:50 PM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
· | 10:45 AM Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South | 18h45 | 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
· | 5:45 PM Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South | 14h50 | 8:35 AM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
· | 10:00 PM Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South | 18h50 | 4:50 PM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer |
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Buses from Nashville, TN to New Orleans, LA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 14h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at kr581 but you can travel from only kr567 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 469 miles (756 km) distance in 11h 5m.
Distance 469 miles (756 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price kr581 |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 11h 5m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 5 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 Nashville, TN 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 Nashville, TN to New Orleans, LA buses use the Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South 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 Nashville, TN and New Orleans, LA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South is 1 km from Nashville city centre. Public transport options include:
Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several food options available inside the terminal
WiFi available for free inside the terminal. ATMs are aTM machines available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South.
Available at Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nashville, Bus Terminal - 709 5Th Avenue South: Fully accessible for individuals with disabilities.
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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