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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from New Orleans to Shreveport. Traveling by bus from New Orleans to Shreveport usually takes around 9 hours, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 6 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 281 mi (452 km) |
| Shortest duration | 6h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $40.99 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from New Orleans to Shreveport?
Bus tickets for a trip from New Orleans to Shreveport cost $48.44 on average. Tickets cheaper than $48.44 are an excellent bargain. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Average prices by travel date
If you're planning to travel by bus from New Orleans to Shreveport in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $41 to $62. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on May 7, 2024.
If you’re looking to travel to Shreveport this week, bus tickets are available starting at $42.
Monthly avg. prices
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest bus tickets, book your trip at least 19 days in advance. This way, you can save up to $41.83 on your bus ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What bus companies travel from New Orleans to Shreveport?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from New Orleans to Shreveport. Greyhound is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greyhound | 2 | 9h 1m | $54.69 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 2 bus trips from New Orleans to Shreveport every day, with the average journey taking around 9 hours and 1 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Shreveport usually start from $41.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 9 hours to cover the 281 miles from New Orleans to Shreveport. However, the fastest bus only takes 6 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Shreveport at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 6:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00am. To see the times for all buses from New Orleans to Shreveport, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from New Orleans to Shreveport. One bus is a direct connection, meaning that you can stay on the same vehicle for the entire trip, without having to transfer onto a connecting bus at any point.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from New Orleans to Shreveport; ticket prices start at $231.00.
City Information
New Orleans
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Image credit: Unsplash
Image credit: Unsplash
New Orleans is the most populous city in the southern state of Louisiana and one of the most popular party destinations in the whole world. Known as The Big Easy, New Orleans is famous for its distinct French-Spanish architecture, Creole cuisine, and unique music. Around the globe, New Orleans is best known as the host city of Mardi Gras, a late-winter carnival known for flashy costumes and never-ending street parties. Because of that, NOLA is consistently among the preferred vacation destinations among spring breakers and post-grad travelers.
There’s a lot more to New Orleans than just partying, though. While you’re in town, connect with the artistic side of your personality with a visit to the famed New Orleans Museum of Art where you will find the South’s most impressive collection of French and American art. A visit to the Big Easy will not be complete without stopping by some of the city’s iconic cemeteries. Whether you take a guided tour or you explore on your own, you will learn a lot about the area’s history and urban legends.
New Orleans is one of the main economic and commercial centers of the U.S. Gulf Coast region, and as such it is easily accessible by all kinds of transportation. The airport is located not too far from the city center, while the city’s main bus and train station, the Union Passenger Terminal, is placed right in the heart of downtown New Orleans.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in New Orleans?
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Link to image attributionMain departure station: Union Term - 1001 Loyola Ave
Opened in 1954 to replace the five depots spread throughout the city, the Union Passenger Terminal connects all of New Orleans’ passenger rail into one iconic building. To this day, it remains the largest transportation hub in New Orleans and is a key link for travel throughout the Southern United States. Three of Amtrak’s long distance train lines end their service at Union Passenger Terminal: the City of New Orleans line from Chicago, the Crescent line from New York City, and the Sunset Limited line from Los Angeles to New Orleans. Buses operated by Greyhound and Jefferson Lines also serve this station, as well as public transit which connects to New Orleans’ famous streetcars. At the station, there are shops, a game room, and food for purchase, and the city’s must-visit French Quarter is just a mile away.
All bus stations in New Orleans:
Union Term - 1001 Loyola Ave
St Charles Ave & Poydras St
New Orleans Canal St
Where does the bus arrive in Shreveport?
Main arrival station: SporTran Intermodal Terminal
All buses from New Orleans arrive at one main station in Shreveport.
All bus stations in Shreveport:
SporTran Intermodal Terminal
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