How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Tucson?

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Tucson start from $117. The average price for this route is around $245. 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 Tucson?

The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Tucson is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1241 miles (2002 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Tucson route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Tucson at 6:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to Tucson generates an estimated 50 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus New Orleans to Tucson from $123 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Tucson on January 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	11:00pm	Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	6:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 7h	12:30pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	10:55am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	6:35pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	1d 12h	6:35pm	Greyhound Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Tucson on January 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	1d 12h	6:35pm	Greyhound Station	Cheapest
Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	11:00pm	Greyhound Station	Fastest
Bus	6:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 7h	12:30pm	Greyhound Station	No tags
Bus	10:55am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	6:35pm	Greyhound Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Tucson

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Tucson. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

1241 milesDistance

50kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$117 - $417	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$156 - $2,942	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 182kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Tucson?

Stops in New Orleans

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

A
Greyhound Station
801 E 12th St, Tucson, AZ 85719
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B
S 12th Ave
5550 S 12th Ave, Tucson, AZ 85706, USA
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C
Arco - 802 W Speedway Blvd
802 W Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85745, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,492 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.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans to Tucson 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 Tucson?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Tucson start from $117. The average price for this route is around $245. 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 Tucson?
The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Tucson is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 1241 miles (2002 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Tucson route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Tucson?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Tucson at 6:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Tucson?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Tucson generates an estimated 50 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

01/07

$189

01/08

$251

Today

No data

01/10

$247

01/11

$222

01/12

$235

01/13

No data

01/14

$237

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Tucson was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $189

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 Tucson, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $189 to $277 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Tucson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $222 which is on 2026-01-11.