Busbud recommends taking the bus from Boston to New Orleans
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours and with fares starting at just $102, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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.
Greyhound Boston New Orleans recent customer reviews
I was supposed to be in New Orleans at 8a.m. this morning. Buses were late several times, I'm still in Atlanta, and won't be in New Orleans till 9pm tonight. Lost a whole day of a vacation that I'll never get to take again. I'm not very happy to say the least.
Based on 5414 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $309
Greyhound Boston New Orleans recent customer reviews
I was supposed to be in New Orleans at 8a.m. this morning. Buses were late several times, I'm still in Atlanta, and won't be in New Orleans till 9pm tonight. Lost a whole day of a vacation that I'll never get to take again. I'm not very happy to say the least.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Greyhound Boston New Orleans recent customer reviews
I was supposed to be in New Orleans at 8a.m. this morning. Buses were late several times, I'm still in Atlanta, and won't be in New Orleans till 9pm tonight. Lost a whole day of a vacation that I'll never get to take again. I'm not very happy to say the least.
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Frequently asked questions for your trip Boston, MA, US - New Orleans
What is the travel distance from Boston to New Orleans?
About 1357 miles (2189 km) separate Boston and New Orleans.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Boston to New Orleans?
The majority of buses traveling from Boston to New Orleans start their journey at Back Bay Station and wind up at Union Passenger Terminal. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in New Orleans?
Once in New Orleans, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are The National WWII Museum, Jean Lafitte National Historical Park And Preserve, City Park, Mardi Gras Carnival and The French Quarter.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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08/20
$135
08/21
$297
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$402
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$360
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$136
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The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to New Orleans was searched and found on Aug 20, 2025 with a price of $135
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Boston, MA, US to New Orleans, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $135 to $1,228 for a bus ticket from Boston, MA, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $136 which is on 2025-08-26.
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Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Boston and New Orleans!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Boston to New Orleans, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Boston to New Orleans will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Boston to New Orleans, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
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 there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Boston, MA, US to New Orleans?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Boston to New Orleans
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to New Orleans was searched and found on Aug 20, 2025 with a price of $135
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
