Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Amtrak Station | Union Passenger Terminal | Cheapest | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | 16th St (Bakersfield) | New Orleans Bus Station | Fastest | |||||
| Amtrak Station | Union Passenger Terminal | No tags | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | 16th St (Bakersfield) | New Orleans Bus Station | No tags | |||||
 | 16th St (Bakersfield) | New Orleans Bus Station | No tags |
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Get from Bakersfield to New Orleans
The journey takes about 1 day, 22 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £229, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bakersfield and New Orleans?
Stops in Bakersfield
- A1401 Chamberlain Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93305, USA
- B
Amtrak Station
601 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93301, USA - C
Latino Travel
2225 Niles Pt. St , 93306 Bakersfield, CA USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bakersfield to New Orleans
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Bakersfield to New Orleans?
The cheapest coach tickets from Bakersfield to New Orleans start from £229. The average price for this route is around £303. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bakersfield to New Orleans?
The average bus journey time from Bakersfield to New Orleans is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 1703 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 20h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bakersfield to New Orleans route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bakersfield to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Bakersfield to New Orleans at 05:00. And the latest bus departs at 20:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bakersfield to New Orleans?
A bus journey from Bakersfield to New Orleans produces an estimated 69 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Bakersfield 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 5696 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Bakersfield to New Orleans?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bakersfield 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 Bakersfield 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.
The cheapest trip from Bakersfield to New Orleans was searched and found on 11 Jan 2026 with a price of £203To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bakersfield to New Orleans as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £203 to £573 for a bus ticket from Bakersfield to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £203, which is on 2026-01-11.
