How much is the bus ticket from Saint Paul to New Orleans?

The cheapest bus tickets from Saint Paul to New Orleans start from $158. The average price for this route is around $218. 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 Saint Paul to New Orleans?

The average bus travel time from Saint Paul to New Orleans is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1683 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Saint Paul to New Orleans route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Saint Paul to New Orleans?

The earliest bus departs from Saint Paul to New Orleans at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Saint Paul to New Orleans?

A bus trip from Saint Paul to New Orleans generates an estimated 42 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Saint Paul to New Orleans from $158 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Saint Paul to New Orleans on January 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:20pm	Union Depot	1d 8h	5:45am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20pm	Union Depot	1d 5h	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20pm	Union Depot	2d 3h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures for Saint Paul to New Orleans on January 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:20pm	Union Depot	1d 20h	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
Bus	8:55am	Union Depot	1d 8h	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Bus	8:55am	Union Depot	2d 7h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures for Saint Paul to New Orleans on January 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20pm	Union Depot	1d 5h	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	9:20pm	Union Depot	1d 20h	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20pm	Union Depot	2d 3h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures for Saint Paul to New Orleans on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:20pm	Union Depot	1d 8h	5:45am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20pm	Union Depot	1d 5h	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20pm	Union Depot	2d 3h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures for Saint Paul to New Orleans on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:50am	Union Depot	1d 4h	5:45am	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20pm	Union Depot	1d 5h	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	9:20pm	Union Depot	1d 8h	5:45am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20pm	Union Depot	2d 3h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 9:38 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Saint Paul to New Orleans

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 57 minutes, and with fares starting at just $226, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day

1d 6hAverage Duration

1689 kmDistance

154kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$158 - $567	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$226 - $1,103	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 154kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Saint Paul and New Orleans?

Stops in Saint Paul

A
Union Depot
240 Kellogg Blvd E (Union Depot), St Paul, MN 55101
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B
178 Cesar Chavez St
178 Cesar Chavez St, St Paul MN 55107, USA
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Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,517 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Based on 87517 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $161

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Saint Paul, 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Saint Paul to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Saint Paul to New Orleans start from $158. The average price for this route is around $218. 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 Saint Paul to New Orleans?
The average bus travel time from Saint Paul to New Orleans is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1683 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Saint Paul to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Saint Paul to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Saint Paul to New Orleans at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 9:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Saint Paul to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Saint Paul to New Orleans generates an estimated 42 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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The cheapest trip from Saint Paul, US to New Orleans was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $285

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

You can expect to pay from $285 to $331 for a bus ticket from Saint Paul, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $285 which is on 2026-01-27.