Bus Tickets from San Antonio, TX to New Orleans, LA

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TodayApr 29
from US$152
TomorrowApr 30
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from US$67
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: Pearl District
    Arrival time: May 1 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBusFlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: April 30 at
    Departure city: San Antonio
    Departure location: San Antonio Bus Station
    Arrival time: April 30 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from San Antonio to New Orleans

Bus
Average PriceUS$61 - US$211Average Duration12h 40m
20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$78 - US$117Average Duration15h 15m
74kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Antonio to New Orleans

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 12 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
12h 40mAverage Duration
US$61Cheapest ticket
20kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Antonio to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$77
Average Bus Trip Duration12h 40m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure1:05am
Distance814 km
Latest bus departure9:45pm

San Antonio to New Orleans Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Antonio - New Orleans

  1. How long does it take to get to New Orleans from San Antonio by bus?

    The trip from San Antonio to New Orleans will take on average 12h 40m. The fastest bus on this trip will get to New Orleans in 10h 20m

  2. What is the distance between San Antonio and New Orleans?

    It's about 817 km (506 miles) from San Antonio to New Orleans.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Antonio to New Orleans?

    Buses departing from San Antonio Bus Station in San Antonio will take you to Union Passenger Terminal in New Orleans.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from San Antonio to New Orleans?

    Taking the bus is the most budget-friendly option to travel from San Antonio to New Orleans. Starting at US$61, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

  5. How much is the bus from San Antonio to New Orleans?

    You can expect to pay around US$77 for the bus ride from San Antonio to New Orleans.

  6. Is it possible to travel by overnight bus from San Antonio to New Orleans?

    Yes! If you're heading from San Antonio to New Orleans, you'll find buses departing until 9:45pm and arriving the next day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04-27
US$65
04-28
US$83
Today
US$144
04-30
US$86
05-01
US$59
05-02
US$61
05-03
US$53
05-04
US$65
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Antonio to New Orleans was searched and found on May 3, 2025 with a price of US$53

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

You can expect to pay from US$53 to US$165 for a bus ticket from San Antonio to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$53 which is on 2025-05-03.

Usually Greyhound Lines, Inc. 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 San Antonio 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.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from San Antonio to New Orleans.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from San Antonio to New Orleans.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from San Antonio to New Orleans, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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

What's the cheapest way to go from San Antonio to New Orleans?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to San Antonio by bus?

Bus from San Antonio to New Orleans

You can also go to New Orleans by train

Train from San Antonio to New Orleans

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