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What is the best way to travel from New Orleans, LA to Austin?

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Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
9h 40m
£40
£60
19
Flight
3h 14m
£65
£224
17

What is the cheapest way to reach Austin from New Orleans, LA?

You can reach Austin with just £40 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Sunday
from £62
Monday
from £97
Tuesday
from £61
Wednesday
from £40
Thursday
from £113
Friday
from £52
Saturday

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    11h 35m
    0
    23:00
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    10:35
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £62
  • FlixBus
    12h 15m
    0
    23:00
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    11:15
    Austin
    Tornado & El Expreso
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £62
  • FlixBus
    11h 55m
    0
    23:00
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    10:55
    Austin
    North Austin/The Domain
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £62
  • Greyhound US
    13h 45m
    0
    17:55
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    07:40
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Coach Stop
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £82
  • Greyhound US
    15h 20m
    0
    17:55
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    09:15
    Austin
    Tornado & El Expreso
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £82

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Spirit Airlines
    6h 39m
    0
    12:48
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    19:27
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £97
  • United Airlines
    3h 22m
    0
    05:15
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    08:37
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £123
  • United Airlines
    5h 7m
    0
    14:18
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    19:25
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £123
  • Spirit Airlines
    25h 59m
    0
    20:19
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    22:18
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £139
  • Alaska Airlines
    16h 55m
    0
    07:10
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    00:05
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £434

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    14h 30m
    0
    17:55
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    08:25
    Austin
    Tornado & El Expreso
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £61
  • Greyhound US
    14h 30m
    0
    06:10
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    20:40
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Coach Stop
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £61
  • Greyhound US
    13h 45m
    0
    17:55
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    07:40
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Coach Stop
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £61
  • FlixBus
    15h 40m
    0
    05:35
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    21:15
    Austin
    Tornado & El Expreso
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £61
  • FlixBus
    15h 0m
    0
    05:35
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    20:35
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £61
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • United Airlines
    3h 22m
    0
    05:15
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    08:37
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £123
  • United Airlines
    3h 35m
    0
    07:00
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    10:35
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £123
  • Spirit Airlines
    25h 59m
    0
    20:19
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    22:18
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £144
  • Alaska Airlines
    16h 55m
    0
    07:10
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    00:05
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £434
  • Alaska Airlines
    13h 14m
    0
    16:53
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    06:07
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £440

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    14h 30m
    0
    06:10
    New Orleans, LA
    Central Bus Station
    20:40
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Coach Stop
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £40
  • Greyhound US
    22h 5m
    0
    21:10
    New Orleans, LA
    Central Bus Station
    19:15
    Austin
    Austin South Congress Coach Stop
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £42
  • Greyhound US
    22h 25m
    0
    21:10
    New Orleans, LA
    Central Bus Station
    19:35
    Austin
    RedCoach Stop
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £42
  • FlixBus
    15h 0m
    0
    05:35
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    20:35
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £56
  • FlixBus
    15h 20m
    0
    05:35
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    20:55
    Austin
    North Austin/The Domain
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £56

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Frontier Airlines
    23h 50m
    0
    16:56
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    16:46
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £113
  • United Airlines
    3h 22m
    0
    05:15
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    08:37
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £123
  • United Airlines
    3h 14m
    0
    09:55
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    13:09
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £123
  • Alaska Airlines
    11h 20m
    0
    07:10
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    18:30
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £440
  • Alaska Airlines
    13h 14m
    0
    16:53
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    06:07
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £440

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    9h 40m
    0
    07:40
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    17:20
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £52
  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    07:40
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    17:35
    Austin
    North Austin/The Domain
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £52
  • FlixBus
    10h 50m
    0
    23:00
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    09:50
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £65
  • Greyhound US
    13h 45m
    0
    17:55
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    07:40
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Coach Stop
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £72
  • Greyhound US
    14h 50m
    0
    17:55
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    08:45
    Austin
    North Austin/The Domain
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £72
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • United Airlines
    3h 22m
    0
    05:15
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    08:37
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £65
  • Spirit Airlines
    6h 39m
    0
    12:48
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    19:27
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £70
  • United Airlines
    3h 36m
    0
    19:23
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    22:59
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £87
  • Alaska Airlines
    25h 37m
    0
    16:53
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    18:30
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £405
  • Alaska Airlines
    16h 55m
    0
    07:10
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    00:05
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £435

What are the fastest trips from New Orleans, LA to Austin?

You can get to Austin from New Orleans, LA in just 3h 14m with a Flight from United Airlines. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Sunday
from 11h 35m
Monday
from 3h 22m
Tuesday
from 3h 22m
Wednesday
from 14h 30m
Thursday
from 3h 14m
Friday
from 3h 22m
Saturday

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    11h 35m
    0
    23:00
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    10:35
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £62
  • FlixBus
    11h 55m
    0
    23:00
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    10:55
    Austin
    North Austin/The Domain
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £62
  • FlixBus
    12h 15m
    0
    23:00
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    11:15
    Austin
    Tornado & El Expreso
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £62
  • Greyhound US
    13h 45m
    0
    17:55
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    07:40
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Coach Stop
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £82
  • Greyhound US
    15h 20m
    0
    17:55
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    09:15
    Austin
    Tornado & El Expreso
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £82

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • United Airlines
    3h 22m
    0
    05:15
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    08:37
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £123
  • United Airlines
    5h 7m
    0
    14:18
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    19:25
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £123
  • Spirit Airlines
    6h 39m
    0
    12:48
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    19:27
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £97
  • Alaska Airlines
    16h 55m
    0
    07:10
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    00:05
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £434
  • Spirit Airlines
    25h 59m
    0
    20:19
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    22:18
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £139

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • United Airlines
    3h 22m
    0
    05:15
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    08:37
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £123
  • United Airlines
    3h 35m
    0
    07:00
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    10:35
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £123
  • Alaska Airlines
    13h 14m
    0
    16:53
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    06:07
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £440
  • Alaska Airlines
    16h 55m
    0
    07:10
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    00:05
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £434
  • Spirit Airlines
    25h 59m
    0
    20:19
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    22:18
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £144
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    13h 45m
    0
    17:55
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    07:40
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Coach Stop
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £61
  • Greyhound US
    14h 30m
    0
    17:55
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    08:25
    Austin
    Tornado & El Expreso
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £61
  • Greyhound US
    14h 30m
    0
    06:10
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    20:40
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Coach Stop
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £61
  • FlixBus
    15h 0m
    0
    05:35
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    20:35
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £61
  • FlixBus
    15h 40m
    0
    05:35
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    21:15
    Austin
    Tornado & El Expreso
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £61

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    14h 30m
    0
    06:10
    New Orleans, LA
    Central Bus Station
    20:40
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Coach Stop
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £40
  • FlixBus
    15h 0m
    0
    05:35
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    20:35
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £56
  • FlixBus
    15h 20m
    0
    05:35
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    20:55
    Austin
    North Austin/The Domain
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £56
  • Greyhound US
    22h 5m
    0
    21:10
    New Orleans, LA
    Central Bus Station
    19:15
    Austin
    Austin South Congress Coach Stop
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £42
  • Greyhound US
    22h 25m
    0
    21:10
    New Orleans, LA
    Central Bus Station
    19:35
    Austin
    RedCoach Stop
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £42

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • United Airlines
    3h 14m
    0
    09:55
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    13:09
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £123
  • United Airlines
    3h 22m
    0
    05:15
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    08:37
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £123
  • Alaska Airlines
    11h 20m
    0
    07:10
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    18:30
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £440
  • Alaska Airlines
    13h 14m
    0
    16:53
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    06:07
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £440
  • Frontier Airlines
    23h 50m
    0
    16:56
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    16:46
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £113

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • United Airlines
    3h 22m
    0
    05:15
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    08:37
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £65
  • United Airlines
    3h 36m
    0
    19:23
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    22:59
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £87
  • Spirit Airlines
    6h 39m
    0
    12:48
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    19:27
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £70
  • Alaska Airlines
    16h 55m
    0
    07:10
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    00:05
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £435
  • Alaska Airlines
    25h 37m
    0
    16:53
    New Orleans Airport
    New Orleans Airport
    18:30
    Austin/Bergstrom Airport
    Austin Airport - South Terminal
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £405
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    9h 40m
    0
    07:40
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    17:20
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £52
  • FlixBus
    9h 55m
    0
    07:40
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    17:35
    Austin
    North Austin/The Domain
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £52
  • FlixBus
    10h 50m
    0
    23:00
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    09:50
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Coach Stop
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £65
  • Greyhound US
    13h 45m
    0
    17:55
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    07:40
    Austin
    5119 Eastside Coach Stop
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £72
  • Greyhound US
    14h 50m
    0
    17:55
    New Orleans, LA
    Canal and Charles
    08:45
    Austin
    North Austin/The Domain
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £72
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from New Orleans, LA to Austin

What are the most popular stations in New Orleans, LA and Austin?

In New Orleans, LA, you will usually depart from Loyola @ Tulane, Canal St or Poydras @ St Charles, while in Austin you will be arriving at 5119 Eastside Coach Stop, Central Station or Megabus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Austin from New Orleans, LA? With 6 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between New Orleans, LA and Austin, you can pay as low as £40 with a Bus from Greyhound US.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from United Airlines: you will get to Austin in just 3h 14m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting New Orleans, LA and Austin are Greyhound US, FlixBus and United Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in New Orleans, LA and Austin is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Arabi, LA or to West Lake Hills, TX, and look at flights from New Orleans Airport, and landing at Austin/Bergstrom Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from New Orleans, LA to Austin?

The most popular companies between New Orleans, LA and Austin, are Greyhound US, FlixBus and United Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US and FlixBus

Airlines: United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines and 1 more.

All you need to know when you travel from New Orleans, LA to Austin

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from New Orleans, LA to Austin. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from New Orleans, LA to Austin

How can I reach Austin from New Orleans, LA?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Austin from New Orleans, LA.

How far is Austin from New Orleans, LA?

The distance between New Orleans, LA and Austin is 739.8 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between New Orleans, LA and Austin?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 20 kgs of CO2, a train 26 kgs, a car 126 kgs, and a flight 182 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from New Orleans, LA to Austin?

You can get to Austin with just £40 by taking a Bus from Greyhound US.

What is the fastest way to get from New Orleans, LA to Austin?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Austin in just 3h 14m with a Flight from United Airlines.

More routes to New Orleans, LA and to Austin

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to New Orleans, LA and to Austin. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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