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Today21 Aug
Tomorrow22 Aug
Sat23 Aug
from US$116
Sun24 Aug
Mon25 Aug
Tue26 Aug
from US$194
Wed27 Aug
Thu28 Aug

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 23 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Arrival time: 25 August at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 23 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Arrival time: 25 August at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Arrival time: 25 August at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: Greyhound Bus Stop
    Arrival time: 25 August at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 August at
    Departure city: San Diego
    Departure location: San Diego (Old Town-FlixBus)
    Arrival time: 25 August at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego to New Orleans

Bus
Average priceUS$116 - US$366Average duration1d 22h
65kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$238 - US$1,659Average duration2d 22h
235kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from San Diego 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, 22 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$116, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day
1d 22hAverage duration
US$116Cheapest ticket
65kgCO₂ emissions

Bus San Diego, CA, US to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$165
Average bus trip duration1d 22h
Number of daily buses17
Earliest bus departure07:15
Distance1606 miles
Latest bus departure19:35

San Diego to New Orleans Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego, CA, US - New Orleans

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

    The distance between San Diego and New Orleans by coach is approximately 1604 miles (2587 km).

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

    You can choose the coach to travel 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
19/08
US$224
20/08
US$230
Today
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22/08
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23/08
US$131
24/08
US$151
25/08
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26/08
US$187
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to New Orleans was searched and found on 23 Aug 2025 with a price of US$131

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

You can expect to pay from US$131 to US$267 for a bus ticket from San Diego, CA, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$131, which is on 2025-08-23.

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Did you know?

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

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.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from San Diego, CA, US to New Orleans?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to San Diego, CA, US by bus?

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