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

The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to New Orleans start from $129. The average price for this route is around $349. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Albany to New Orleans?

The average bus trip duration from Albany to New Orleans is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 1256 miles (2026 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 12h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Albany to New Orleans route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Albany to New Orleans at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

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

A bus trip from Albany to New Orleans generates an estimated 51 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Albany 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 Albany 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 has the most timely service from Albany to New Orleans?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Albany 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 Albany to New Orleans from $114 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Albany to New Orleans on January 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	2:10pm	SUNY Collins Circle	1d 16h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 12h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 13h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 22h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:10pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 21h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Albany to New Orleans on January 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 12h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	4:20am	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 13h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	6:30pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 22h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:10pm	Albany Bus Terminal	1d 21h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	8:10pm	Albany Bus Terminal	2d 20h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 9:43 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 22 hours and with fares starting at just $129, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d 22hAverage Duration

1256 milesDistance

51kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$129 - $580	Average Duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 51kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$220 - $1,849	Average Duration1d 21h	CO₂ emissions 184kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Albany and New Orleans?

Stops in Albany

A
SUNY Collins Circle
1400 Washington Ave (Student Association Building, Bus Stop is at Collins Circle), Albany, NY 12206
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B
Albany Airport
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C
Greyhound Station
34 Hamilton St, Albany, NY 12207, USA
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D
Bethlehem Center
402-408 US-9W, Glenmont, NY 12077, USA
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E
Beckers Corner
117 Lasher Rd, Selkirk, NY 12158, USA
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F
Crossgates Mall
1 Crossgates Mall Rd (overflow lot off Crossgates Mall Road opposite JC Penney near Access Road), Albany, NY 12205, 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

3.5/587,512 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

FlixBus

3.5/512,098 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Albany, NY to New Orleans by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Albany to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Albany to New Orleans start from $129. The average price for this route is around $349. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Albany to New Orleans?
The average bus trip duration from Albany to New Orleans is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 1256 miles (2026 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 12h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Albany to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Albany to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Albany to New Orleans at 4:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Albany to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Albany to New Orleans generates an estimated 51 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Albany 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 Albany 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 has the most timely service from Albany to New Orleans?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Albany 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

01/16

$207

01/17

$211

Today

$184

01/19

$270

01/20

$138

01/21

$136

01/22

$151

01/23

$145

The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to New Orleans was searched and found on Jan 21, 2026 with a price of $136

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

You can expect to pay from $136 to $274 for a bus ticket from Albany, NY 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 2026-01-21.