How to travel from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY

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Compare train, bus, and flight for New Orleans, LA to New York, NY

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of DKK 1,601 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 8h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of DKK 1,601, while a flight costs an average of DKK 3,622.

Distance: 1168 miles (1880 km)

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DKK 3,442

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DKK 3,622

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DKK 1,601

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DKK 1,951

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38h 11m

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37h 41m

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8h 7m

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34h 10m

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33h 40m

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19h 16m

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0.6 - 1.7kg

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5.6 - 11.3kg

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1.9 - 4.7kg

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Compare ways to travel from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY

Compare the available ways to get from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY is a bus with an average price of DKK 1,601.

This is compared to other travel options from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY:

A bus is DKK 1,841 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY costing on average DKK 3,442.

A bus is DKK 2,021 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY costing on average DKK 3,622.

The fastest way to travel from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY is by flight with an average journey time of 8h 7m.

Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:

Bus takes on average 34h 10m.

Train takes on average 38h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between New Orleans, LA and New York, NY including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around DKK 3,442 compared to roughly DKK 1,951 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -DKK 1,490. The journey takes 37h 41m versus 19h 16m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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How to get from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Greyhound ·
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Greyhound ·
    1 transfer

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  • UnitedUA2841
    0 transfers

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  • Amtrak20 Crescent
    0 transfers
  • Amtrak20 Crescent · 80 Carolinian
    1 transfer
  • Amtrak58 City Of New Orleans · 41 Floridian · 42 Pennsylvanian
    2 transfers
  • Greyhound · +FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3 transfers
  • Greyhound · +FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3 transfers
  • Greyhound · +FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3 transfers
  • American AirlinesAA1675
    0 transfers
  • American AirlinesAA1585 · AA2796
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA1585 · AA1221
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY

Travel to New York, NY easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY.

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There are 3 options to travel between New Orleans, LA and New York, NY including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY is a bus with an average price of DKK 1,601.

This is compared to other travel options from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY:

A bus is DKK 1,841 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY costing on average DKK 3,442.

A bus is DKK 2,021 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY costing on average DKK 3,622.

The fastest way to travel from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY is by flight with an average journey time of 8h 7m.

Other travel options to New York, NY take longer:

Bus takes on average 34h 10m.

Train takes on average 38h 11m.

The distance from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY is approximately 1168 miles (1880 km).
The average frequency per day from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY is:
  • Around 69 flights per day.
  • Around 26 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between New Orleans, LA and New York, NY as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY:
  • Flights mostly depart from New Orleans, Louis Armstrong International and arrive in LaGuardia Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from New Orleans, LA and arrive in New York, W 31st St / 8th Ave..
  • Trains mostly depart from Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans, LA and arrive in Penn Station, New York, NY.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to New York, NY by bus.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to New York, NY by train.
  • Travel with United, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Spirit Airlines, psa airlines, Republic Airlines, Sun Country Airlines to go to New York, NY by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
  • 5 direct flights per day with United, American Airlines, JetBlue Airways.
Omio customers who travel from New Orleans, LA to New York, NY often also extend their vacation to go to Boston, MA, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, PA, Chicago, IL, Atlanta, GA. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between New York, NY and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in New York, NY to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a well-rounded experience in New York, NY, 4 to 5 days are recommended to explore major attractions like Central Park, the Statue of Liberty, Broadway shows, and various museums, while also allowing time for dining and local neighborhood exploration.
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