- Must visit
New Orleans Museum of Art
Leading art museum in City Park with major European, American, African, and contemporary collections plus a renowned sculpture garden.
Cheapest price
€129
Average price
€140
Fastest journey
18 h
Average duration
20 h 40 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
858 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Orlando, FL to New Orleans, LA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Orlando, FL to New Orleans, LA will cost around €140 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €129.
It's difficult to get from Orlando, FL to New Orleans, LA without transferring at least once.
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· · Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Orlando, FL to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €52, and a train costs an average of €199.
Distance: 533 miles (858 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
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€106 Average price Cheapest | €393 Average price | €478 Average price | €114 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 45m Average total duration 18h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 5m Average total duration Fastest 5h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 51h 3m Average total duration 50h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Orlando, FL to New Orleans, LA:
A bus is €287 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Orlando, FL to New Orleans, LA costing on average €393.
A bus is €372 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Orlando, FL to New Orleans, LA costing on average €478.
Other travel options to New Orleans, LA take longer:
Bus takes on average 18h 15m.
Train takes on average 50h 33m.
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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 04:35AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 25h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €83 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 05:40AM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €85 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 30h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €85 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 28h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €141 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 17h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €86 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €85 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €84 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €85 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 31h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €83 |
The table below shows live departures for Orlando, FL to New Orleans, LA buses for today, Tuesday, August 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+![]() | 8:50 PM Orlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station) | 21h00 | 4:50 PM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ · | 10:55 PM Orlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station) | 31h35 | 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA | 2 transfers | |
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FlixBus+ · · | 4:35 AM Orlando, The Florida Mall, FL | 25h55 | 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 12:30 PM Orlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station) | 28h25 | 3:55 PM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 12:30 PM Orlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station) | 18h00 | 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+![]() | 2:00 PM Orlando, The Florida Mall, FL | 19h35 | 8:35 AM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+![]() | 2:45 PM Orlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station) | 18h50 | 8:35 AM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Orlando, FL to New Orleans, LA run on average 9 times per day, taking around 18h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €52 but you can travel from only €25 by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 04:00, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 533 miles (858 km) distance in 13h 45m.
Distance 533 miles (858 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €52 |
Buses per day 9 |
Fastest bus 13h 45m |
First bus 4:00 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
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Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of New Orleans, LA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect New Orleans, LA trip today.
Leading art museum in City Park with major European, American, African, and contemporary collections plus a renowned sculpture garden.
Powerful museum using immersive exhibits to explain World War II through personal stories, artifacts, and major military history.
Smithsonian-affiliated museum devoted to Southern art, design, and culture in a contemporary warehouse district setting.
The city’s most famous neighborhood, packed with historic architecture, music, courtyards, and essential New Orleans street life.
Lively public square facing St. Louis Cathedral, ideal for architecture, performers, and a classic introduction to the city.
Vast urban park with oak groves, lagoons, museums, and trails, offering one of the best green escapes in New Orleans.
A hearty Creole rice dish with sausage, chicken, and seafood. It reflects Spanish, French, and local influences central to New Orleans cooking.
A rich Louisiana stew usually made with roux, okra or filé, and seafood or sausage. It is a signature dish of Creole and Cajun tradition.
A classic po' boy is a French bread sandwich stuffed with fried shrimp, oysters, or roast beef. It is one of the city's most iconic everyday foods.
Celebrated Creole restaurant famous for gumbo z'herbes, turtle soup, and jazz brunch in an elegant Garden District mansion.
Casual landmark for classic po' boys and fried seafood. Expect a lively, old-school New Orleans atmosphere near the French Quarter.
Historic coffee stand best known for beignets and chicory café au lait. It is busy, informal, and one of the city's essential stops.
Moderate for U.S. cities: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but food and transit are reasonable for tourists.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, 10-15% for taxis, and spare change or $1 at cafes for good service.
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Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport -> Canal Street, New Orleans, LA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Orlando, FL to New Orleans, 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 New Orleans, LA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Orlando, FL to New Orleans, LA buses use the Orlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station) to New Orleans, LA station pair, with some services arriving at Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr). Use this guide to compare Orlando, FL and New Orleans, LA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Orlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station) is 3 km from Orlando city centre. Public transport options include:
Orlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Orlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station). ATMs are available at Orlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station).
Ticket office support is available at Orlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station).
Available at Orlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Orlando, N John Young Pkwy (Greyhound Bus Station): The station is accessible for individuals with disabilities.
New Orleans, LA is 1 km from New Orleans city centre. Public transport options include:
New Orleans, LA has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at New Orleans, LA. ATMs are available at New Orleans, LA.
Ticket office support is available at New Orleans, LA.
Available at New Orleans, LA: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Orleans, LA: Station is wheelchair accessible.
Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) is 1 km from New Orleans city centre. Public transport options include:
Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food outlets nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr). ATMs are available at Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr).
Ticket office support is available at Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr).
Available at Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr): Wheelchair accessible entrance and facilities.
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