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New Orleans to Spartanburg Bus Schedule
Bus from New Orleans to Spartanburg: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from New Orleans to Spartanburg. Traveling by bus from New Orleans to Spartanburg usually takes around 15 hours and 38 minutes, but the fastest Greyhound bus can make the trip in 13 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 587 mi (944 km) |
| Shortest duration | 13h 35m |
| Cheapest price | $111.97 |
| Most frequent service | Greyhound |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from New Orleans to Spartanburg?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from New Orleans to Spartanburg. 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 | 15h 38m | $130.22 |
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 Spartanburg every day, with the average journey taking around 15 hours and 38 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Spartanburg usually start from $112.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from New Orleans to Spartanburg
The bus takes an average of 15 hours and 38 minutes to cover the 587 miles from New Orleans to Spartanburg. However, the fastest bus only takes 13 hours and 35 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.
The first bus leaves at 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from New Orleans to Spartanburg, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from New Orleans to Spartanburg. However, neither bus offers direct service, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to transfer buses during the trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from New Orleans to Spartanburg; ticket prices start at $130.00.
City Information
New Orleans
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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.
Spartanburg
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Spartanburg is a northern South Carolina city in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Also called The Hub City, it is a major railroad intersection that makes commuting easy. Spartanburg is located close to sandy beaches, high mountains, and the Eastern seaboard, which is ideal for nature lovers. Since it's close to the beach, you can enjoy water activities. Spartanburg offers history in the Spartanburg Regional History Museum, which displays textiles and artifacts, while the Croft State Park is best for fishing enthusiasts. Explore ponds and woodland paths, and go butterfly-watching at the Hatcher Garden.
In the Spartanburg downtown cultural district, you can visit performance venues, galleries, and the Spartanburg Art Museum with an impressive art collection. The city is also home to a vibrant food scene, with local favorites like Cribbs Kitchen and Mon Amie. Spartanburg also features craft breweries and wine bars, with the exciting Spartanburg International Festival held every year.
You can easily get to Spartanburg by bus, with routes offered Tornado Bus and Wanda Coach. There are also train routes to Spartanburg provided by Amtrak and Amtrak Crescent.
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
Where does the bus arrive in Spartanburg?
Main arrival station: 8671 Asheville Hwy
All buses from New Orleans arrive at one main station in Spartanburg.
All bus stations in Spartanburg:
8671 Asheville Hwy
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