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- Departure time: August 26 atDeparture city: OaklandDeparture location: West Oakland BARTArrival time: August 28 atDestination city: New OrleansDestination location: New Orleans Bus StationOperated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Oakland to New OrleansAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 2 days, 8 hours, and with fares starting at just US$140, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Oakland to New Orleans Bus
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What is the travel distance from Oakland to New Orleans?
The distance between Oakland and New Orleans is approximately 3084 km (1912 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Oakland to New Orleans?
Buses departing from Emeryville Station in Oakland will take you to Union Passenger Terminal in New Orleans.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Oakland to New Orleans was searched and found on Aug 23, 2025 with a price of US$180To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Oakland to New Orleans, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from US$180 to US$991 for a bus ticket from Oakland to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$181 which is on 2025-08-29.
Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Oakland to New Orleans but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Oakland to New Orleans, get comfy and count the stars.
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 Oakland to New Orleans.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Oakland to New Orleans, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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!
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
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