- Must visit
The National WWII Museum
A Major American museum with immersive exhibits on World War II, widely considered one of the city’s top attractions.
Cheapest price
$127
Average price
$191
Fastest journey
10 h 5 m
Average duration
12 h 6 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
815 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Antonio, TX 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 San Antonio, TX to New Orleans, LA will cost around $191 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $127.
Of the 6 buses that leave San Antonio, TX for New Orleans, LA on Thu, Jul 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 02 the direct buses cover the 815 km distance in an average of 12 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 5 m .
On Thu, Jul 02 the slowest buses will take 14 h 50 m 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.
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· · Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Antonio, TX to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $50, and a flight costs an average of $88.
Distance: 506 miles (815 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$117 Average price Cheapest | $123 Average price | $240 Average price | $110 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 5m Average total duration 10h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 44m Average total duration 15h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from San Antonio, TX to New Orleans, LA:
A bus is $7 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Antonio, TX to New Orleans, LA costing on average $123 (€102).
A bus is $123 (€102) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Antonio, TX to New Orleans, LA costing on average $240 (€198).
Other travel options to New Orleans, LA take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 35m.
Train takes on average 15h 14m.
You'll arrive about -3h -49m sooner (10h 35m by bus vs 7h 46m by car) and save roughly $-6.76 (€-5.57) compared to fuel and tolls ($117 (€96) vs $110 (€91)). 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 FlixBus.
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 01:05AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 16h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $190 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 20h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $187 |
The table below shows live departures for San Antonio, TX to New Orleans, LA buses for today, Wednesday, July 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· | 7:00 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 12h05 | 7:05 AM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
· · · | 7:00 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 20h55 | 3:55 PM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 3 transfers | |
· +![]() | 9:00 PM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 22h00 | 7:00 PM New Orleans, LA | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, July 2 | |||||
· | 1:05 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 11h50 | 12:55 PM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
· · | 1:05 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 14h50 | 3:55 PM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 2 transfers | |
· | 1:30 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 17h30 | 7:00 PM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:00 AM San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound), TX | 10h05 | 8:05 PM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from San Antonio, TX to New Orleans, LA run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $50 (€41) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 506 miles (815 km) distance in 10h 20m.
Distance 506 miles (815 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€41) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 20m |
First bus 1:05 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
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A Major American museum with immersive exhibits on World War II, widely considered one of the city’s top attractions.
The city’s flagship fine arts museum in City Park, known for strong European, American, African, and contemporary collections.
A Leading museum focused on art of the American South, with a well-regarded permanent collection and rotating exhibitions.
The city’s best-known historic district, famous for architecture, street life, balconies, and iconic New Orleans atmosphere.
The most famous street in New Orleans, known for nightlife, neon, and nonstop energy, especially after dark.
A Popular area for live music, nightlife, and local creative energy that has become especially popular with younger visitors.
A Rich Louisiana stew made with a dark roux, vegetables, and often seafood or sausage. It is one of the city’s signature Creole and Cajun dishes.
A Spiced rice dish cooked with stock, vegetables, and usually sausage, chicken, or seafood. It is a classic one-pot staple of New Orleans cooking.
A Savory dish of crawfish smothered in a roux-based sauce and served over rice. It is a beloved local specialty during crawfish season.
A Celebrated Garden District restaurant known for refined Creole cuisine, polished service, and a historic setting. Famous for brunch and classic New Orleans dining.
A Long-running neighborhood favorite for classic po’ boys, especially fried seafood versions. The atmosphere is simple, local, and deeply traditional.
A Popular warehouse-district restaurant focused on Cajun and Southern flavors, especially pork dishes, boudin, and hearty regional specialties in a lively space.
Moderate for U.S. travel. Food and drinks range widely, while hotels can rise sharply during festivals and peak weekends.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants; 20%+ for great service. Tip USD 1-2 per drink at bars, round up or 10-15% for taxis, and USD 2-5 for hotel staff.
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Most San Antonio, TX to New Orleans, LA buses use the San Antonio, N St Mary's St (Greyhound) 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 San Antonio, TX and New Orleans, LA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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