Bus from Seattle to New Orleans: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Seattle to New Orleans on December 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Valley Transit + FlixBus
Bus
Greyhound Station
New Orleans Bus StationCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 1:23 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Seattle 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, 19 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $171, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
2d 19hAverage Duration
3377 kmDistance
84kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$171 - $1,120Average Duration2d 19h
84kg CO₂e
Average Price$420 - $6,626Average Duration4d 3h
307kg CO₂e

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Seattle to New Orleans start from $171. The average price for this route is around $581. 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 Seattle to New Orleans?

    The average bus travel time from Seattle to New Orleans is 2d 19h, covering a distance of 3377 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 2d 18h and is operated by Greyhound.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Seattle to New Orleans at 8:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:50pm.

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

    A bus trip from Seattle to New Orleans generates an estimated 84 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 Seattle 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 87435 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Seattle 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 Seattle 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 Seattle 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.

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12-24
$284
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$358
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