Find coaches from New Orleans to Albany, NY

Next departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Albany on 1 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
Albany Bus TerminalCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
Albany Bus TerminalFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
Albany Bus TerminalNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
New Orleans Bus Station
SUNY Collins CircleNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
Albany Bus TerminalNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Albany

Bus
Average priceUS$122 - US$377Average duration1d 15h
51kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$186 - US$610Average duration2d
184kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from New Orleans to Albany

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$122, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
1d 15hAverage duration
US$122Cheapest ticket
51kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New Orleans to Albany, NY: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$158
Average bus trip duration1d 15h
Number of daily buses5
Earliest bus departure06:55
Distance1257 miles
Latest bus departure23:35

New Orleans to Albany Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from New Orleans to Albany is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Albany from New Orleans, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

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

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

    The distance between New Orleans and Albany by coach is approximately 1258 miles (2029 km).

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

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
30/08
US$180
31/08
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Today
US$240
02/09
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05/09
US$128
06/09
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New Orleans to Albany, NY was searched and found on 5 Sept 2025 with a price of US$128

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 Albany, NY as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$128 to US$342 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$128, which is on 2025-09-05.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from New Orleans to Albany.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from New Orleans to Albany, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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 New Orleans to Albany.

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Did you know?

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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