Bus from Oakland to New Orleans: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Oakland to New Orleans on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
West Oakland BART
New Orleans Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Oakland/Berkeley/East Bay
New Orleans Bus StationFastest
Amtrak
Jack London Square
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
West Oakland BART
New Orleans Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
West Oakland BART
New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline DrNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Oakland 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 2 days, 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $191, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
2d 6hAverage Duration
3069 kmDistance
77kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$191 - $796Average Duration2d 6h
77kg CO₂e
Average Price$343 - $5,291Average Duration3d 6h
281kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Oakland 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 Oakland to New Orleans?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Oakland to New Orleans start from $191. The average price for this route is around $296. 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 Oakland to New Orleans?

    The average bus travel time from Oakland to New Orleans is 2d 6h, covering a distance of 3069 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 3h and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Oakland to New Orleans at 7:35am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Oakland to New Orleans generates an estimated 77 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 Oakland to New Orleans?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5597 reviews.

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

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

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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
$719
11-26
$699
Today
$249
11-28
$699
11-29
$435
11-30
No data
12-01
No data
12-02
$181
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Oakland to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $181

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

You can expect to pay from $181 to $1,592 for a bus ticket from Oakland to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $181 which is on 2025-12-02.

What's the cheapest way to go from Oakland to New Orleans?

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