- Must visit
The Neon Museum
Outdoor museum preserving iconic Las Vegas signs. One of the city’s most distinctive cultural attractions and especially popular for photography.
Cheapest price
$219
Average price
$226
Fastest journey
1 d 21 h 30 m
Average duration
2 d 1 h 33 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
2428 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New Orleans, LA to Las Vegas, NV 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 Las Vegas, NV will cost around $226 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $219.
It's difficult to get from New Orleans, LA to Las Vegas, NV without transferring at least 4 times.
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· · · Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from New Orleans, LA to Las Vegas, NV among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $128. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $128, and a train costs an average of $385.
Distance: 1508 miles (2428 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$367 Average price | $222 Average price Cheapest | $589 Average price | $345 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
48h 45m Average total duration 48h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 60h 23m Average total duration 59h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from New Orleans, LA to Las Vegas, NV:
A flight is $145 (€118) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from New Orleans, LA to Las Vegas, NV costing on average $367 (€300).
A flight is $367 (€300) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New Orleans, LA to Las Vegas, NV costing on average $589 (€482).
Other travel options to Las Vegas, NV take longer:
Bus takes on average 48h 15m.
Train takes on average 59h 53m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 47h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $453 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 55h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $205 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 55h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $289 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 50h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $155 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 56h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $155 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 50h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $271 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 48h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $525 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:55PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 56h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $382 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 45h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 67h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $226 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 47h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $257 |
The table below shows live departures for New Orleans, LA to Las Vegas, NV buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:10 PM New Orleans, LA | 48h30 | 11:40 PM Las Vegas, NV | 0 transfersDirect | |
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· · · | 6:10 AM New Orleans, LA | 50h00 | 6:10 AM Las Vegas, NV | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 6:55 AM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 56h45 | 1:40 PM Las Vegas, NV | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 6:55 AM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 58h15 | 3:10 PM Las Vegas, S Las Vegas Blvd (Forever 21), NV | 4 transfers | |
· · · | 6:55 AM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 59h45 | 4:40 PM Las Vegas, 1st St (Downtown), NV | 5 transfers | |
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Buses from New Orleans, LA to Las Vegas, NV run on average 15 times per day, taking around 48h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $157 (€129) but you can travel from only $128 (€105) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 1508 miles (2428 km) distance in 44h 30m.
Distance 1508 miles (2428 km) |
Average bus duration 48h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $157 (€129) |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 44h 30m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Orleans, LA to Las Vegas, NV 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 Las Vegas, NV, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most New Orleans, LA to Las Vegas, NV buses use the New Orleans, LA to Las Vegas, S Las Vegas Blvd (Forever 21) station pair, with some services arriving at Las Vegas, 1st St (Downtown). Use this guide to compare New Orleans, LA and Las Vegas, NV bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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