How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to El Paso?

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to El Paso start from $86. The average price for this route is around $182. 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 New Orleans to El Paso?

The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to El Paso is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 979 miles (1579 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to El Paso route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to El Paso at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to El Paso generates an estimated 39 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 New Orleans to El Paso?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to El Paso?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from New Orleans to El Paso?

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 New Orleans to El Paso?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus New Orleans to El Paso from $140 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Orleans to El Paso on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	6:00am	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 25m	3:35pm	Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	10:55am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 1h	11:25am	Greyhound Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	6:00am	Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	1d 5h	11:25am	Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to El Paso

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach El Paso. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $86, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

979 milesDistance

39kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$86 - $326	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$112 - $2,321	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 144kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and El Paso?

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Stops in El Paso

A
Greyhound Station
200 W San Antonio Ave, El Paso, TX 79901
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B
Tornado Bus Station
400 W Paisano Dr, El Paso, TX 79901, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,404 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.

FlixBus

3.5/511,466 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, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans to El Paso, US 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 New Orleans to El Paso?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to El Paso start from $86. The average price for this route is around $182. 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 New Orleans to El Paso?
The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to El Paso is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 979 miles (1579 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to El Paso route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to El Paso?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to El Paso at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to El Paso?
A bus trip from New Orleans to El Paso generates an estimated 39 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 New Orleans to El Paso?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to El Paso?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from New Orleans to El Paso?
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 New Orleans to El Paso?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$230

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$235

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$180

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$140

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The cheapest trip from New Orleans to El Paso, US was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $140

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

You can expect to pay from $140 to $308 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to El Paso, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $140 which is on 2025-12-02.