How much is the bus ticket from Charlottesville to New Orleans?

The cheapest bus tickets from Charlottesville to New Orleans start at R 2 080. The average price for this route is around R 3 370. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Charlottesville to New Orleans?

The average bus journey time from Charlottesville to New Orleans is 2d 7h, covering a distance of 1395 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Charlottesville to New Orleans route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charlottesville to New Orleans?

The earliest bus departs from Charlottesville to New Orleans at 09:40. And the latest bus departs at 09:40.

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

A bus trip from Charlottesville to New Orleans produces an estimated 35 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Charlottesville to New Orleans from R 2 060 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Charlottesville to New Orleans on 30 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:40	Charlottesville Union Station	2d 7h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	Cheapest
	Bus	09:40	Charlottesville Union Station	1d 8h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures from Charlottesville to New Orleans on 31 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:40	Charlottesville Union Station	2d 7h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	Cheapest
	Bus	09:40	Charlottesville Union Station	1d 8h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures from Charlottesville to New Orleans on 1 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	09:40	Charlottesville Union Station	1d 8h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:40	Charlottesville Union Station	2d 7h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Charlottesville 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, 7 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 080, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

2d 7hAverage duration

1395 kmDistance

35kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 080 - R 7 900	Average duration2d 7h	CO₂ emissions 35kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 728 - R 15 325	Average duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 127kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Charlottesville and New Orleans?

Stops in Charlottesville

A
Campbells Travel Bus Stop
310 W Main St, Charlottesville, VA 22903

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Greyhound

3.5/587 463 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87463 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 Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 080

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Charlottesville to New Orleans by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Charlottesville to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Charlottesville to New Orleans start at R 2 080. The average price for this route is around R 3 370. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Charlottesville to New Orleans?
The average bus journey time from Charlottesville to New Orleans is 2d 7h, covering a distance of 1395 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Charlottesville to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Charlottesville to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Charlottesville to New Orleans at 09:40. And the latest bus departs at 09:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Charlottesville to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Charlottesville to New Orleans produces an estimated 35 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

28/12

R 5 538

29/12

R 4 684

Today

R 6 376

31/12

R 5 231

The cheapest trip from Charlottesville to New Orleans was searched and found on 29 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 684

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

You can expect to pay from R 4 684 to R 6 376 for a bus ticket from Charlottesville to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 231, which is on 2025-12-31.