Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | New Orleans Bus Station | Opelousas (Texaco 167 Truck Stop) | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | New Orleans Bus Station | Opelousas (Texaco 167 Truck Stop) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr | Opelousas (Texaco 167 Truck Stop) | No tags |
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Get from New Orleans to Opelousas
The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 499, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 87518 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 499
Greyhound New Orleans Opelousas recent customer reviews
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Opelousas 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 New Orleans to Opelousas?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Opelousas start at R 499. The average price for this route is around R 551. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from New Orleans to Opelousas?
The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Opelousas is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 203 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Opelousas 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 New Orleans to Opelousas?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Opelousas at 06:30. And the latest bus departs at 10:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Opelousas?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Opelousas produces an estimated 5 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.
The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Opelousas was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 383To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New Orleans to Opelousas as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 383 to R 448 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Opelousas based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 399, which is on 2026-02-03.
