The cheapest and fastest buses from New Orleans, LA to Pensacola, FL
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
6 h 25 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New Orleans, LA to Pensacola, FL 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 Pensacola, FL will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
It's difficult to get from New Orleans, LA to Pensacola, FL without transferring at least once.
FlixBus+
5:05 AM4h50New Orleans, LA9:55 AMPensacola, International Airport, FL$381One-way1 transfer
· 8:50 PM8h00New Orleans, LA4:50 AMPensacola, International Airport, FL$381One-way1 transfer
FlixBus+
5:05 AM4h50New Orleans, LA9:55 AMPensacola, International Airport, FL$381One-way1 transfer
· 8:50 PM8h00New Orleans, LA4:50 AMPensacola, International Airport, FL$381One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare flight and bus for New Orleans, LA to Pensacola, FL
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from New Orleans, LA to Pensacola, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $79.
Distance: 173 miles (280 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
$54 Average price Cheapest | $256 Average price |
4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 31m Average total duration 9h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from New Orleans, LA to Pensacola, FL:
A bus is $202 (€202) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New Orleans, LA to Pensacola, FL costing on average $256 (€256).
Other travel options to Pensacola, FL take longer:
Flight takes on average 9h 31m.
New Orleans, LA to Pensacola, FL Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Live departures
New Orleans, LA to Pensacola, FL bus times
The table below shows live departures for New Orleans, LA to Pensacola, FL buses for today, Saturday, July 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus+![]() | 5:05 AM New Orleans, LA | 4h50 | 9:55 AM Pensacola, International Airport, FL | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from New Orleans, LA to Pensacola, FL
Buses from New Orleans, LA to Pensacola, FL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $38 (€38) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 04:10, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 173 miles (280 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 173 miles (280 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€38) |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 4:10 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
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Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from New Orleans, LA to Pensacola, FLYou can travel by bus between New Orleans, LA to Pensacola, FL with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $38 (€38). 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 Pensacola, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Orleans, LA to Pensacola, FL 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 Pensacola, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- 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
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from New Orleans, LA to Pensacola, FL
Most New Orleans, LA to Pensacola, FL buses use the New Orleans, LA to Pensacola, International Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare New Orleans, LA and Pensacola, FL bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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