Find coaches from St. Louis to New Orleans

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Next departures from St. Louis to New Orleans on 3 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    		Gateway Station
    		New Orleans Bus StationCheapest
    FlixBus
      		Gateway Station
      		New Orleans Bus StationFastest
      Amtrak
        		Gateway Station
        		Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
        Amtrak
          		Gateway Station
          		Union Passenger TerminalNo tags

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          Get from St. Louis to New Orleans

          This route is served by bus only

          The journey takes about 16 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

          2bus per day
          16h 50mAverage duration
          966 kmDistance
          24kgCO₂ emissions

          Bus St. Louis to New Orleans: Trip Overview

          Average ticket priceUS$105
          Average bus trip duration16h 50m
          Number of daily buses2
          Earliest bus departure00:55
          Distance965 km
          Latest bus departure23:30

          St. Louis to New Orleans Bus

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          Frequently asked questions on the trip St. Louis - New Orleans

          1. How much does a bus ticket from St. Louis to New Orleans cost?

            The bus ticket price from St. Louis to New Orleans starts at US$61. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from St. Louis to New Orleans is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

          2. How long is the bus ride from St. Louis to New Orleans?

            The average travel time between St. Louis and New Orleans is around 16h 50m, although the fastest bus will take about 13h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 966 km that separates the two cities.

          3. How many daily bus connections are there between St. Louis and New Orleans?

            The number of buses from St. Louis to New Orleans can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from St. Louis to New Orleans by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

          4. Which bus companies travel from St. Louis to New Orleans?

            When taking the bus from St. Louis to New Orleans, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

          Find cheapest prices for buses

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

          Best price found
          31/10
          US$70
          01/11
          US$101
          Today
          US$72
          03/11
          US$92
          04/11
          US$81
          05/11
          US$74
          06/11
          US$64
          07/11
          US$66
          busbud logoThe cheapest trip from St. Louis to New Orleans was searched and found on 06 Nov 2025 with a price of US$64

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

          You can expect to pay from US$64 to US$521 for a bus ticket from St. Louis to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$64, which is on 2025-11-06.

          Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

          About Bus Travel

          Bus Travel Tips

          Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from St. Louis to New Orleans.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

          Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from St. Louis to New Orleans, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

          Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from St. Louis to New Orleans will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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          Did you know?

          Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

          The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

          Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

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