Bus from Gainesville, GA to New Orleans: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Gainesville to New Orleans on January 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Gainesville (Mart 24/7)
New Orleans Bus StationCheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 3:38 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Gainesville 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 11 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
11h 10mAverage Duration
473 milesDistance
19kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$75 - $185Average Duration11h 10m
19kg CO₂e
Average Price$119 - $247Average Duration14h 44m
69kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Gainesville, GA 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.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Gainesville to New Orleans?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Gainesville to New Orleans start from $75. The average price for this route is around $123. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Gainesville to New Orleans?

    The average bus trip duration from Gainesville to New Orleans is 11h 10m, covering a distance of 473 miles (763 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 11h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Gainesville to New Orleans route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Gainesville to New Orleans?

    The earliest bus departs from Gainesville to New Orleans at 10:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 10:25pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Gainesville to New Orleans?

    A bus trip from Gainesville to New Orleans generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Gainesville, GA to New Orleans was searched and found on Jan 17, 2026 with a price of $86

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 $86 to $94 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 $86 which is on 2026-01-17.

What's the cheapest way to go from Gainesville, GA to New Orleans?

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