- 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.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Raleigh, NC 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 Raleigh, NC to New Orleans, LA will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
It's difficult to get from Raleigh, NC to New Orleans, LA without transferring at least once.
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Buses from Raleigh, NC to New Orleans, LA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 20h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $80 (€67) but you can travel from only $77 (€65) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 774 miles (1247 km) distance in 18h 35m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Raleigh, NC to New Orleans, LA.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 34h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $114 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 23h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 33h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 21h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 31h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 20h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 25h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $98 |
The table below shows live departures for Raleigh, NC to New Orleans, LA buses for today, Thursday, October 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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FlixBus+![]() | 9:25 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 20h25 | 4:50 PM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus+ · · | 7:45 AM Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon), NC | 33h10 | 3:55 PM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+![]() | 7:45 AM Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon), NC | 22h45 | 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
· · · | 9:30 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 31h25 | 3:55 PM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 3 transfers | |
· | 9:30 AM Raleigh, Bus Station | 21h00 | 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
· | 1:25 PM Raleigh, Bus Station | 20h10 | 8:35 AM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Raleigh, NC to New Orleans, LA with Greyhound and FlixBus. Overnight buses available on this route with Greyhound and FlixBus. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Raleigh, NC 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 Raleigh, NC to New Orleans, LA buses use the Raleigh, 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 Raleigh, NC and New Orleans, LA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Raleigh, Bus Station is 4 km from Raleigh city centre. Public transport options include:
Raleigh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Raleigh, Bus Station. ATMs are available at Raleigh, Bus Station.
Ticket office support is available at Raleigh, Bus Station.
Available at Raleigh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Raleigh, Bus Station: Station is accessible via ramps.
Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon) is 6 km from Raleigh city centre. Public transport options include:
Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon). ATMs are available at Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon).
Ticket office support is available at Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon).
Available at Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Raleigh, New Bern Avenue (Exxon): Station is accessible for passengers 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.
Check bus stations information for Raleigh, NC and New Orleans, LA, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.