How much is the bus ticket from Jacksonville to New Orleans?

The cheapest bus tickets from Jacksonville to New Orleans start at R 1 266. The average price for this route is around R 2 356. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Jacksonville to New Orleans?

The average bus journey time from Jacksonville to New Orleans is 20h 30m, covering a distance of 810 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 15m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Jacksonville to New Orleans route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Jacksonville to New Orleans?

The earliest bus departs from Jacksonville to New Orleans at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Jacksonville to New Orleans?

A bus trip from Jacksonville to New Orleans produces an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Jacksonville to New Orleans?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Jacksonville to New Orleans?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Jacksonville to New Orleans?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Jacksonville to New Orleans?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Jacksonville to New Orleans from R 1 337 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Jacksonville to New Orleans on 14 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	21:25	Jacksonville Bus Station	20h 30m	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	16:15	Jacksonville Bus Station	14h 15m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:05	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 1h	22:40	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	16:15	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to New Orleans on 15 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:05	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d 1h	22:40	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	16:15	Jacksonville Bus Station	14h 15m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	15h 40m	22:40	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	16:15	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Jacksonville Bus Station	17h 5m	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Jacksonville to New Orleans on 16 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:15	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d	22:40	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	16:15	Jacksonville Bus Station	14h 15m	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:00	Jacksonville Bus Station	15h 40m	22:40	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	16:15	Jacksonville Bus Station	1d	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	16:30	Jacksonville Bus Station	17h 5m	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 7:41 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Jacksonville to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 20 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 266, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

20h 30mAverage duration

810 kmDistance

20kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 266 - R 4 408	Average duration20h 30m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 727 - R 29 638	Average duration2d 18h	CO₂ emissions 73kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Jacksonville and New Orleans?

Stops in Jacksonville

A
W Forsyth St
1111 W Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32204, USA
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B
Jacksonville Amtrak Station
3570 Clifford Ln, Jacksonville, FL 32209, USA
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C
Kings Avenue Station
1003 Kings Avenue, Jacksonville, FL 32207
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D
JRTC Greyhound Bus Station
111 W. Forsyth St, Jacksonville, FL 32202, USA
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Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 500 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 87500 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 1 278

Greyhound Jacksonville New Orleans recent customer reviews

Two of my buses we're so hot my baby soaks through his clothes and sweat I had to pay full price for my 1 week old son and he was not allowed to sit in his carseat I had to carry him the entire time on top of carrying all of our luggage and his empty car seat I hope I don't ever have to ride yalls buses again this was terrible

Stacey P.

20 October 2017

FlixBus

3.5/512 043 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Jacksonville, FL to New Orleans by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Jacksonville to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Jacksonville to New Orleans start at R 1 266. The average price for this route is around R 2 356. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Jacksonville to New Orleans?
The average bus journey time from Jacksonville to New Orleans is 20h 30m, covering a distance of 810 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 14h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Jacksonville to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Jacksonville to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Jacksonville to New Orleans at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Jacksonville to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Jacksonville to New Orleans produces an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Jacksonville to New Orleans?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87500 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Jacksonville to New Orleans?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Jacksonville to New Orleans?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Jacksonville to New Orleans?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/01

R 2 186

13/01

R 2 177

Today

R 2 186

15/01

R 1 648

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R 1 799

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The cheapest trip from Jacksonville, FL to New Orleans was searched and found on 15 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 648

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 648 to R 2 186 for a bus ticket from Jacksonville, FL to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 648, which is on 2026-01-15.