Bus from Houston, US to New Orleans: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Houston to New Orleans on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Downtown Gray & Smith
New Orleans Bus StationCheapest
FlixBusBus
Baytown, 6800 Thompson Rd
New Orleans Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Houston Bus Station
New Orleans Bus StationNo tags
FlixBusBus
Downtown Gray & Smith
New Orleans Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Houston Bus Station
New Orleans Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Houston to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 6 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
6h 35mAverage Duration
512 kmDistance
13kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$61 - $171Average Duration6h 35m
13kg CO₂e
Average Price$71 - $117Average Duration9h 30m
46kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US to New Orleans by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Houston to New Orleans?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Houston to New Orleans start from $61. The average price for this route is around $71. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Houston to New Orleans?

    The average bus travel time from Houston to New Orleans is 6h 35m, covering a distance of 512 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Houston to New Orleans route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Greyhound.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Houston to New Orleans?

    The earliest bus departs from Houston to New Orleans at 12:05am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Houston to New Orleans?

    A bus trip from Houston to New Orleans generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Houston to New Orleans?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Houston to New Orleans?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Houston to New Orleans?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Houston to New Orleans?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-25
$157
11-26
$150
Today
$93
11-28
$93
11-29
$90
11-30
$90
12-01
$80
12-02
$72
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Houston, US to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $72

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Houston, US to New Orleans, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $72 to $223 for a bus ticket from Houston, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $72 which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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