Bus Tickets from Gainesville, GA to New Orleans

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Next departures for Gainesville to New Orleans on September 23
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
New Orleans Bus StationCheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to go from Gainesville to New Orleans

Bus
Average PriceUS$57 - US$99Average Duration11h 15m
19kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$85 - US$543Average Duration14h 44m
69kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Gainesville to New Orleans

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 11 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
11h 15mAverage Duration
US$57Cheapest ticket
19kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Gainesville, GA to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$71
Average Bus Trip Duration11h 15m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure10:00pm
Distance763 km
Latest bus departure10:20pm

Gainesville to New Orleans Bus

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From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from Gainesville to New Orleans, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Gainesville, GA - New Orleans

  1. What is the distance between Gainesville and New Orleans?

    Gainesville and New Orleans are 762 km (473 miles) apart.

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Gainesville to New Orleans?

    Buses departing from La Flor de Jalisco Bus Stop in Gainesville will take you to Union Passenger Terminal in New Orleans.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
09-20
US$86
09-21
US$91
Today
US$52
09-23
US$58
09-24
US$56
09-25
US$52
09-26
US$69
09-27
US$58
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville, GA to New Orleans was searched and found on Sep 22, 2025 with a price of US$52

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

You can expect to pay from US$52 to US$91 for a bus ticket from Gainesville, GA to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$52 which is on 2025-09-25.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Gainesville to New Orleans, get comfy and count the stars.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Gainesville to New Orleans that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

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Did you know?

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

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.

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 Gainesville, GA to New Orleans?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Gainesville, GA by bus?

Bus from New Orleans to Gainesville, GA

You can also go to New Orleans by train

Train from Gainesville, GA to New Orleans

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