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Wed3 Sept
Thu4 Sept
Fri5 Sept
from US$137
Sat6 Sept
Sun7 Sept
from US$115
Mon8 Sept
Tue9 Sept
Wed10 Sept

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 5 September at
    Departure city: Albany
    Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Arrival time: 7 September at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 5 September at
    Departure city: Albany
    Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Arrival time: 7 September at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 September at
    Departure city: Albany
    Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Arrival time: 6 September at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 September at
    Departure city: Albany
    Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Arrival time: 7 September at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 5 September at
    Departure city: Albany
    Departure location: Albany Bus Terminal
    Arrival time: 7 September at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to New Orleans

Bus
Average priceUS$128 - US$434Average duration1d 16h
51kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$210 - US$551Average duration1d 12h
184kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Albany to New Orleans

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$128, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
1d 16hAverage duration
US$128Cheapest ticket
51kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Albany, NY to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$190
Average bus trip duration1d 16h
Number of daily buses8
Earliest bus departure04:20
Distance1257 miles
Latest bus departure23:20

Albany to New Orleans Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Albany, NY - New Orleans

  1. What's the distance between Albany and New Orleans by coach?

    The journey from Albany to New Orleans by coach covers an approximate distance of 1258 miles (2029 km).

  2. How can I travel from Albany to New Orleans avoiding air travel?

    To travel from Albany to New Orleans without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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

Best price found
30/08
US$180
31/08
US$143
Today
US$131
02/09
US$169
03/09
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04/09
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05/09
US$130
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Albany, NY to New Orleans was searched and found on 5 Sept 2025 with a price of US$130

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

You can expect to pay from US$130 to US$183 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$130, which is on 2025-09-05.

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Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Albany to New Orleans will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

What's the cheapest way to go from Albany, NY to New Orleans?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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