The cheapest and fastest buses from New Orleans, LA to Tulsa, OK
Cheapest price
$164
Average price
$199
Fastest journey
19 h 35 m
Average duration
1 d 56 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
882 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New Orleans, LA to Tulsa, OK 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 Tulsa, OK will cost around $199 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $164.
It's difficult to get from New Orleans, LA to Tulsa, OK without transferring at least once.
· · 6:10 PM19h35New Orleans, LA1:45 PMTulsa, S Detroit Ave (Greyhound Bus Station)$1641One-way2 transfers
· · · 6:55 AM31h05Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr)2:00 PMTulsa, S Detroit Ave (Greyhound Bus Station)$2061One-way4 transfers
· 8:20 AM24h35New Orleans, LA8:55 AMTulsa, S Detroit Ave (Greyhound Bus Station)$2091One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus+
11:00 PM24h30New Orleans, LA11:30 PMTulsa, S Detroit Ave (Greyhound Bus Station)$2171One-way2 transfers
· · 6:10 PM19h35New Orleans, LA1:45 PMTulsa, S Detroit Ave (Greyhound Bus Station)$1641One-way2 transfers
FlixBus · FlixBus+
11:00 PM24h30New Orleans, LA11:30 PMTulsa, S Detroit Ave (Greyhound Bus Station)$2171One-way2 transfers
· 8:20 AM24h35New Orleans, LA8:55 AMTulsa, S Detroit Ave (Greyhound Bus Station)$2091One-way1 transfer
· · · 6:55 AM31h05Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr)2:00 PMTulsa, S Detroit Ave (Greyhound Bus Station)$2061One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for New Orleans, LA to Tulsa, OK
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from New Orleans, LA to Tulsa, OK among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $205. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $205, and a flight costs an average of $326.
Distance: 548 miles (882 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$228 Average price Cheapest | $405 Average price | $129 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 20m Average total duration 16h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 6m Average total duration Fastest 5h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from New Orleans, LA to Tulsa, OK:
A bus is $178 (€146) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New Orleans, LA to Tulsa, OK costing on average $405 (€332).
Other travel options to Tulsa, OK take longer:
Bus takes on average 16h 50m.
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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.
New Orleans, LA to Tulsa, OK Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 31h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 24h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $163 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 24h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $166 |
Live departures
New Orleans, LA to Tulsa, OK bus times
The table below shows live departures for New Orleans, LA to Tulsa, OK 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 11:00 PM New Orleans, LA | 24h30 | 11:30 PM Tulsa, S Detroit Ave (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
| Saturday, June 20 | |||||
· · · | 6:55 AM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 31h05 | 2:00 PM Tulsa, S Detroit Ave (Greyhound Bus Station) | 4 transfers | |
· | 8:20 AM New Orleans, LA | 24h35 | 8:55 AM Tulsa, S Detroit Ave (Greyhound Bus Station) | 1 transfer | |
· · | 6:10 PM New Orleans, LA | 19h35 | 1:45 PM Tulsa, S Detroit Ave (Greyhound Bus Station) | 2 transfers | |
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Why should you book New Orleans, LA to Tulsa, OK buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Greyhound to find the best option for your trip from New Orleans, LA to Tulsa, OK.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from New Orleans, LA to Tulsa, OK
Buses from New Orleans, LA to Tulsa, OK run on average 3 times per day, taking around 16h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $205 (€168) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:55, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 548 miles (882 km) distance in 24h 20m.
Distance 548 miles (882 km) |
Average bus duration 16h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $205 (€168) |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 24h 20m |
First bus 6:55 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 5 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Greyhound from New Orleans, LA to Tulsa, OKYou can travel by bus between New Orleans, LA to Tulsa, OK with FlixBus, Greyhound for as low as $205 (€168). 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 Tulsa, OK
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Orleans, LA to Tulsa, OK 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 Tulsa, OK, 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 Tulsa, OK
Most New Orleans, LA to Tulsa, OK buses use the New Orleans, LA to Tulsa, S Detroit Ave (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair. Use this guide to compare New Orleans, LA and Tulsa, OK bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) from New Orleans city centre
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