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

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Newark start from $168. The average price for this route is around $231. 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 New Orleans to Newark?

The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Newark is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1161 miles (1872 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Newark route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak , Greyhound .

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

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Newark at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to Newark generates an estimated 47 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 New Orleans to Newark?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from New Orleans to Newark?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus New Orleans to Newark from $138 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Newark on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 13h	1:35pm	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 6h	4:20am	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 9h	3:35pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
	Bus	1:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 7h	9:25pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	5:35pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Newark on January 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 13h	1:35pm	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 6h	4:20am	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 9h	3:35pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
	Bus	1:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 7h	9:25pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	5:35pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Newark on February 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	2d 10h	6:35pm	Newark Penn Station	Cheapest
	Bus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 6h	4:20am	Newark Penn Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 9h	3:35pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
	Bus	1:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 7h	9:25pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	5:35pm	Newark Penn Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Newark

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Newark. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $168, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

1161 milesDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$168 - $424	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$210 - $778	Average Duration2d 1h	CO₂ emissions 170kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Newark?

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Stops in Newark

A
Penn Station
1 Raymond Plaza West, Newark, NJ 07102
B
Newark Liberty International Airport
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Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans to Newark, NJ 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 New Orleans to Newark?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Newark start from $168. The average price for this route is around $231. 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 New Orleans to Newark?
The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Newark is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1161 miles (1872 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Newark route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Newark?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Newark at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Newark?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Newark generates an estimated 47 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 New Orleans to Newark?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5752 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Newark?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from New Orleans to Newark?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans to Newark?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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01/27

$242

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01/30

$279

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$276

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$176

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The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Newark, NJ was searched and found on Feb 1, 2026 with a price of $176

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

You can expect to pay from $176 to $828 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Newark, NJ based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $176 which is on 2026-02-01.