The cheapest and fastest buses from New Orleans, LA to Lafayette, LA
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 2 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
189 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New Orleans, LA to Lafayette, LA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New Orleans, LA to Lafayette, LA will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 3 buses that leave New Orleans, LA for Lafayette, LA on Mon, Nov 17, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 17 the direct buses cover the 189 km distance in an average of 3 h 2 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Mon, Nov 17 the slowest buses will take 3 h 45 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and bus for New Orleans, LA to Lafayette, LA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from New Orleans, LA to Lafayette, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €24.
Distance: 117 miles (189 km)
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Most popular Bus | Train |
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€23 Average price Cheapest | €29 Average price |
3h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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New Orleans, LA to Lafayette, LA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $32 |
Live departures
New Orleans, LA to Lafayette, LA bus times
The table below shows live departures for New Orleans, LA to Lafayette, LA buses for tomorrow, Monday, November 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:35 AM New Orleans, LA | 2h20 | 12:55 PM Lafayette, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM New Orleans, LA | 3h45 | 3:15 PM Lafayette, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from New Orleans, LA to Lafayette, LA
Buses from New Orleans, LA to Lafayette, LA run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:05, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 117 miles (189 km) distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 117 miles (189 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 02:05 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound from New Orleans, LA to Lafayette, LAYou can travel by bus between New Orleans, LA to Lafayette, LA with FlixBus, Greyhound for as low as $20 (€16). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from New Orleans, LA to Lafayette, LA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Orleans, LA to Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, LA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- 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.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
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