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.

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 .

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 .

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.

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.

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 5652 reviews.

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.

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.

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.

Bus Gainesville to New Orleans from $286 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Gainesville to New Orleans on December 18
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:40pm	Rosa Parks Station	1d 1h	10:40pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:00pm	Rosa Parks Station	14h 30m	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	8:00pm	Amtrak Bus Stop	2d 2h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	8:20am	Gainesville Bus Stop	15h 20m	10:40pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	8:00pm	Amtrak Bus Stop	2d 2h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Gainesville to New Orleans on December 19
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:40pm	Rosa Parks Station	1d 1h	10:40pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:00pm	Rosa Parks Station	14h 30m	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	8:00pm	Amtrak Bus Stop	2d 2h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	8:20am	Gainesville Bus Stop	15h 20m	10:40pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	8:00pm	Amtrak Bus Stop	2d 2h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Gainesville to New Orleans on December 20
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	10:40pm	Rosa Parks Station	1d 1h	10:40pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	4:00pm	Rosa Parks Station	14h 30m	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	8:00pm	Amtrak Bus Stop	2d 2h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	8:20am	Gainesville Bus Stop	15h 20m	10:40pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	8:00pm	Amtrak Bus Stop	2d 2h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 5:59 PM 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

Where are the popular stops in Gainesville and New Orleans?

Stops in Gainesville

A
Rosa Parks Station
700 SE 3rd St, Gainesville, FL 32601
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B
Williston Rd & I-75
3509 SW Williston Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608, USA
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C
Greyhound Station
101 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609
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Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,438 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Amtrak

4/55,652 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/511,637 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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.

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 5652 reviews.
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.
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.
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

12/16

$379

12/17

$133

Today

$453

12/19

$421

12/20

$539

12/21

No data

12/22

No data

12/23

No data

The 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.