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Compare bus and flight for New Orleans, LA to Ruston, LA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from New Orleans, LA to Ruston, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, and a flight costs an average of $397.
Distance: 233 miles (375 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$60 Average price Cheapest | $397 Average price | $58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 9m Average total duration Fastest 5h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from New Orleans, LA to Ruston, LA:
A bus is $337 (€276) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New Orleans, LA to Ruston, LA costing on average $397 (€325).
Other travel options to Ruston, LA take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 50m.
You'll arrive about -4h -10m sooner (7h 50m by bus vs 4h 40m by car) and save roughly $-2.26 (€-1.85) compared to fuel and tolls ($60 (€49) vs $58 (€47)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Greyhound.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
New Orleans, LA to Ruston, LA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $60 |
Compare prices and tickets New Orleans, LA to Ruston, LA by bus or flight
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Why should you book New Orleans, LA to Ruston, LA buses with Omio?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from New Orleans, LA to Ruston, LA
Buses from New Orleans, LA to Ruston, LA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $60 (€49) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:30, the last at 16:35. The fastest bus covers the 233 miles (375 km) distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 233 miles (375 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€49) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 6:30 AM |
Last bus 4:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Bus providers: Greyhound from New Orleans, LA to Ruston, LAYou can travel by bus between New Orleans, LA to Ruston, LA with Greyhound for as low as $60 (€49). 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 Ruston, LA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Orleans, LA to Ruston, 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 Ruston, LA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- 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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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
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