Bus from Gainesville, FL to New Orleans: Tickets & Schedules

Next departures

Next departures for Gainesville to New Orleans on December 20
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Rosa Parks Station
New Orleans Bus StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Rosa Parks Station
New Orleans Bus StationFastest
Amtrak
Amtrak Bus Stop
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Gainesville Bus Stop
New Orleans Bus StationNo tags
Amtrak
Amtrak Bus Stop
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:42 AM EST.

Get from Gainesville to New Orleans

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 16 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
16h 35mAverage Duration
476 milesDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gainesville, FL 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 Gainesville to New Orleans?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to New Orleans start from $79. The average price for this route is around $140. 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 Gainesville to New Orleans?

    The average bus trip duration from Gainesville to New Orleans is 16h 35m, covering a distance of 476 miles (767 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gainesville to New Orleans?

    The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to New Orleans at 8:20am. And the latest bus departs at 10:40pm.

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

    A bus trip from Gainesville to New Orleans generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Gainesville 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 5627 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Gainesville to New Orleans?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Gainesville to New Orleans?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Gainesville 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.

Best price found
12/15
No data
12/16
$379
Today
$133
12/18
$453
12/19
$421
12/20
$539
12/21
No data
12/22
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville, FL to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $133

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

You can expect to pay from $133 to $1,441 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, FL to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $421 which is on 2025-12-19.

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