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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Newark Penn Station | New Orleans Bus Station | Cheapest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Newark Penn Station | New Orleans Bus Station | Fastest | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Bus | Newark Penn Station | New Orleans Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Newark Penn Station | New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | Newark Penn Station | New Orleans Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Newark to New Orleans
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $167, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Newark and New Orleans?
Stops in Newark
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Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Newark, NJ 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.
How much is the bus ticket from Newark to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Newark to New Orleans start from $167. The average price for this route is around $304. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Newark to New Orleans?
The average bus travel time from Newark to New Orleans is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1872 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Newark to New Orleans route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Newark to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Newark to New Orleans at 1:50am. And the latest bus departs at 10:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Newark to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Newark to New Orleans generates an estimated 47 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Newark to New Orleans?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Newark to New Orleans?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Newark 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.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Newark 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.
The cheapest trip from Newark, NJ to New Orleans was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $175To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Newark, NJ to New Orleans, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $175 to $667 for a bus ticket from Newark, NJ to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $204 which is on 2025-12-04.
What's the cheapest way to go from Newark, NJ to New Orleans?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
