What is the best way to travel from San Diego to New Orleans, LA?
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What is the cheapest way to reach New Orleans, LA from San Diego?
You can reach New Orleans, LA with just £169 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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FlixBus49h 15m009:25San DiegoOld Town Transit Center12:40New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 16/12/2025 09:25:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 18/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £196 per person are available. Travel duration is 49h 15m
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FlixBus44h 30m014:10San DiegoLa Jolla Village12:40New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) at 16/12/2025 14:10:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 18/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £196 per person are available. Travel duration is 44h 30m
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FlixBus44h 55m013:45San DiegoSeaport Village12:40New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Seaport Village, San Diego (USA) at 16/12/2025 13:45:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 18/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £196 per person are available. Travel duration is 44h 55m
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Greyhound US47h 10m019:35San DiegoOld Town Transit Center20:45New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 16/12/2025 19:35:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 18/12/2025 20:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £235 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 10m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus47h 55m015:55San DiegoOld Town Transit Center17:50New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 18/12/2025 15:55:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 20/12/2025 17:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £169 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 55m
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FlixBus47h 35m016:15San DiegoLa Jolla Village17:50New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) at 18/12/2025 16:15:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 20/12/2025 17:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £170 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 35m
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FlixBus49h 15m009:25San DiegoOld Town Transit Center12:40New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 18/12/2025 09:25:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 20/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £171 per person are available. Travel duration is 49h 15m
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Greyhound US43h 5m010:00San DiegoOld Town Transit Center07:05New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 18/12/2025 10:00:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 20/12/2025 07:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £208 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 5m
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Greyhound US47h 10m019:35San DiegoOld Town Transit Center20:45New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 18/12/2025 19:35:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 20/12/2025 20:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £210 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 10m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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FlixBus47h 55m015:55San DiegoOld Town Transit Center17:50New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 19/12/2025 15:55:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 21/12/2025 17:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £182 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 55m
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FlixBus47h 35m016:15San DiegoLa Jolla Village17:50New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) at 19/12/2025 16:15:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 21/12/2025 17:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £182 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 35m
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FlixBus46h 25m012:15San DiegoOld Town Transit Center12:40New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 19/12/2025 12:15:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 21/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £192 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 25m
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Greyhound US43h 5m010:00San DiegoOld Town Transit Center07:05New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 19/12/2025 10:00:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 21/12/2025 07:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £230 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 5m
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Greyhound US47h 10m019:35San DiegoOld Town Transit Center20:45New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 19/12/2025 19:35:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 21/12/2025 20:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £237 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 10m
Cheapest Buses Friday
What are the fastest trips from San Diego to New Orleans, LA?
You can get to New Orleans, LA from San Diego in just 43h 5m with a Bus from Greyhound US. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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FlixBus44h 30m014:10San DiegoLa Jolla Village12:40New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) at 16/12/2025 14:10:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 18/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £196 per person are available. Travel duration is 44h 30m
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FlixBus44h 55m013:45San DiegoSeaport Village12:40New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Seaport Village, San Diego (USA) at 16/12/2025 13:45:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 18/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £196 per person are available. Travel duration is 44h 55m
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Greyhound US47h 10m019:35San DiegoOld Town Transit Center20:45New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 16/12/2025 19:35:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 18/12/2025 20:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £235 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 10m
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FlixBus49h 15m009:25San DiegoOld Town Transit Center12:40New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 16/12/2025 09:25:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 18/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £196 per person are available. Travel duration is 49h 15m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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Greyhound US43h 5m010:00San DiegoOld Town Transit Center07:05New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 18/12/2025 10:00:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 20/12/2025 07:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £208 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 5m
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Greyhound US47h 10m019:35San DiegoOld Town Transit Center20:45New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 18/12/2025 19:35:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 20/12/2025 20:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £210 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 10m
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FlixBus47h 35m016:15San DiegoLa Jolla Village17:50New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) at 18/12/2025 16:15:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 20/12/2025 17:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £170 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 35m
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FlixBus47h 55m015:55San DiegoOld Town Transit Center17:50New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 18/12/2025 15:55:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 20/12/2025 17:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £169 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 55m
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FlixBus49h 15m009:25San DiegoOld Town Transit Center12:40New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 18/12/2025 09:25:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 20/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £171 per person are available. Travel duration is 49h 15m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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Greyhound US43h 5m010:00San DiegoOld Town Transit Center07:05New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 19/12/2025 10:00:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 21/12/2025 07:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £230 per person are available. Travel duration is 43h 5m
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FlixBus46h 25m012:15San DiegoOld Town Transit Center12:40New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 19/12/2025 12:15:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 21/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £192 per person are available. Travel duration is 46h 25m
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Greyhound US47h 10m019:35San DiegoOld Town Transit Center20:45New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from Greyhound US goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 19/12/2025 19:35:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 21/12/2025 20:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £237 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 10m
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FlixBus47h 35m016:15San DiegoLa Jolla Village17:50New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from La Jolla Village, San Diego (USA) at 19/12/2025 16:15:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 21/12/2025 17:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £182 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 35m
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FlixBus47h 55m015:55San DiegoOld Town Transit Center17:50New Orleans, LACanal and Charles0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Old Town Transit Center, San Diego (USA) at 19/12/2025 15:55:00 to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 21/12/2025 17:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £182 per person are available. Travel duration is 47h 55m
Fastest Buses Friday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from San Diego to New Orleans, LA
What are the most popular stations in San Diego and New Orleans, LA?
In San Diego, you will usually depart from San Ysidro Transit Center, University Av & Bancroft St Coach Stop or Old Town Transit Center, while in New Orleans, LA you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, Canal and Charles or Loyola @ Tulane, 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 New Orleans, LA from San Diego? With 4 connections between 2 Bus 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 San Diego and New Orleans, LA, you can pay as low as £169 with a Bus from FlixBus.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 Bus from Greyhound US: you will get to New Orleans, LA in just 43h 5m.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 San Diego and New Orleans, LA are FlixBus and Greyhound US, 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 San Diego and New Orleans, LA 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 San Diego Airport or to Arabi, LA, and look at flights from Tijuana Airport, and landing at New Orleans 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 San Diego to New Orleans, LA?
The most popular companies between San Diego and New Orleans, LA, are FlixBus and Greyhound US. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus and Greyhound US
All you need to know when you travel from San Diego to New Orleans, LA
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from San Diego to New Orleans, LA. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from San Diego to New Orleans, LA
How can I reach New Orleans, LA from San Diego?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus, with which you can get to New Orleans, LA from San Diego.
How far is New Orleans, LA from San Diego?
The distance between San Diego and New Orleans, LA is 2,584.2 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between San Diego and New Orleans, LA?
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 70 kgs of CO2, a train 90 kgs, a car 439 kgs, and a flight 636 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from San Diego to New Orleans, LA?
You can get to New Orleans, LA with just £169 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from San Diego to New Orleans, LA?
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 New Orleans, LA in just 43h 5m with a Bus from Greyhound US.
More routes to San Diego and to New Orleans, LA
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to San Diego and to New Orleans, LA. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
