The cheapest and fastest buses from New Orleans, LA to Saint Paul, MN
Cheapest price
$245
Average price
$245
Fastest journey
1 d 7 h
Average duration
1 d 7 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
1688 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New Orleans, LA to Saint Paul, MN 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 Saint Paul, MN will cost around $245 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $245.
Of the 1 buses that leave New Orleans, LA for Saint Paul, MN on Wed, Feb 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 1688 km distance in an average of 1 d 7 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 7 h .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 1 d 7 h 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, bus, and flight for New Orleans, LA to Saint Paul, MN
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Orleans, LA to Saint Paul, MN among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €136. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €136, and a train costs an average of €239.
Distance: 1048 miles (1688 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€139 Average price Cheapest | €297 Average price | €274 Average price |
31h 30m Average total duration 31h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 27h 28m Average total duration 26h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 56m Average total duration Fastest 3h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
New Orleans, LA to Saint Paul, MN bus times
The table below shows live departures for New Orleans, LA to Saint Paul, MN buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:20 PM New Orleans, LA | 31h00 | 8:20 PM Saint Paul, MN | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from New Orleans, LA to Saint Paul, MN
Buses from New Orleans, LA to Saint Paul, MN run on average 3 times per day, taking around 31h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $171 (€136) but you can travel from only $139 (€111) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 1048 miles (1688 km) distance in 31h 0m.
Distance 1048 miles (1688 km) |
Average bus duration 31h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $171 (€136) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 31h 0m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:35 |
FAQs: Bus from New Orleans, LA to Saint Paul, MN
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Orleans, LA to Saint Paul, MN 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 Saint Paul, MN, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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