- 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 on Sep 21
$153
Average ticket price on Sep 21
$172
Fastest journey on Sep 21
2 d 3 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
2 d 8 h 22 m
Buses on Sep 21
7
Distance
3093 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from San Francisco, CA 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 Francisco, CA to New Orleans, LA will cost around $172 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $153.
It's difficult to get from San Francisco, CA to New Orleans, LA without transferring at least 3 times.
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· · · Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $413 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 8h 25m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $413, while a train costs an average of $926.
Distance: 1921 miles (3093 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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$413 Average price Cheapest | $926 Average price | $698 Average price |
52h 21m Average total duration 51h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 72h 26m Average total duration 71h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration Fastest 6h 25m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
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This is compared to other travel options from San Francisco, CA to New Orleans, LA:
A bus is $285 (€233) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Francisco, CA to New Orleans, LA costing on average $698 (€571).
A bus is $513 (€420) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Francisco, CA to New Orleans, LA costing on average $926 (€757).
Other travel options to New Orleans, LA take longer:
Bus takes on average 51h 51m.
Train takes on average 71h 56m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 60h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $142 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 54h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $150 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 56h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $156 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 52h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $155 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 64h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 54h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $185 |
The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to New Orleans, LA buses for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· · · | 6:50 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 64h05 | 12:55 PM New Orleans, LA | 5 transfers | |
· · · | 10:30 PM San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 | 63h25 | 3:55 PM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 4 transfers | |
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FlixBus+ · · | 7:10 AM San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA | 54h45 | 3:55 PM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 4 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 7:10 AM San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA | 51h45 | 12:55 PM New Orleans, LA | 3 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · + FlixBus | 8:55 AM San Francisco, Townsend Street / 5th Street, CA | 57h50 | 8:45 PM New Orleans, LA | 4 transfers | |
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Compare bus, train, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from San Francisco, CA to New Orleans, LA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 51h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $210 (€172) but you can travel from only $154 (€126) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 04:55, the last at 23:25. The fastest bus covers the 1921 miles (3093 km) distance in 47h 25m.
Distance 1921 miles (3093 km) |
Average bus duration 51h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $210 (€172) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 47h 25m |
First bus 4:55 AM |
Last bus 11:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 21 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 San Francisco, CA 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 San Francisco, CA to New Orleans, LA buses use the San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 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 Francisco, CA and New Orleans, LA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 is 2 km from San Francisco city centre. Public transport options include:
San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29. ATMs are available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29.
Ticket office support is available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29.
Available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at San Francisco, Transit Center Bay 29: Wheelchair accessible areas present.
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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