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The National WWII Museum
The National WWII Museum presents immersive exhibitions, personal stories and restored equipment, making it one of the city’s most substantial museum visits.
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Atlanta, GA to New Orleans, LA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Atlanta, GA to New Orleans, LA will cost around £42 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £41.
On Wed 04 Nov, we found 4 buses from Atlanta, GA to New Orleans, LA, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 683 km distance in an average of 10 h 21 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Buses from Atlanta, GA to New Orleans, LA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £16 by flight.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 683 km distance in 9h 15m.
Distance 683 km |
Average bus duration 10h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 9h 15m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Atlanta, GA to New Orleans, LA coaches for today, Tuesday 3 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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![]() | 0:20 Atlanta, Bus Station | 9h15 | 8:35 New Orleans, LA | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:55 Atlanta, Bus Station | 10h55 | 16:50 New Orleans, LA | 0 changesdirect | |
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The National WWII Museum presents immersive exhibitions, personal stories and restored equipment, making it one of the city’s most substantial museum visits.
New Orleans Museum of Art features a broad collection from European painting to modern works, set beside the sculpture garden in City Park.
The Ogden Museum of Southern Art explores the American South through painting, photography and contemporary works in a modern warehouse district setting.
The French Quarter is the city’s best-known historic district, valued for ironwork balconies, live music, courtyards and walkable streets full of character.
Bourbon Street is a famous French Quarter thoroughfare with historic buildings, balconies and constant street life, best seen for atmosphere and people-watching.
Garden District is a leafy neighbourhood known for grand 19th-century homes, peaceful streets and rewarding self-guided walks beyond the busiest tourist core.
A rich Creole rice dish with shellfish or meat, the New Orleans version blends French, Spanish and West African influences and is a city staple.
A deeply flavoured stew often made with roux, seafood or sausage, usually served over rice; it is one of Louisiana’s defining traditional dishes.
A classic po’ boy filled with crisp fried shrimp in French bread, dressed with lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise; a beloved local sandwich.
Bustling Warehouse District restaurant serving modern Louisiana dishes, with a strong focus on boudin, seafood and local ingredients.
Casual local favourite for roast beef and fried seafood po’ boys, with a lively, no-frills atmosphere in the Garden District.
Iconic café beside Jackson Square, best known for beignets and chicory coffee in a bustling open-air setting.
Moderate for a major US city: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but food ranges widely and trams are relatively cheap.
Tip 18-20% in restaurants, more for excellent service. Taxis usually 10-15%. Round up or leave $1-2 in cafés and bars.
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Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport -> Union Passenger Terminal, New Orleans
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Atlanta, GA to New Orleans, LA by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at New Orleans, LA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Atlanta, GA to New Orleans, LA buses use the Atlanta, Bus Station to New Orleans, LA station pair. Use this guide to compare Atlanta, GA and New Orleans, LA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Atlanta, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Fast food and snack options available
Wi-Fi is available at Atlanta, Bus Station. ATMs are aTM available near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Atlanta, Bus Station.
Available at Atlanta, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Atlanta, Bus Station: Wheelchair accessible facilities.
Atlanta, SkyTrain Airport Station is 13 km from Atlanta city centre. Public transport options include:
Atlanta, SkyTrain Airport Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Fast food and coffee shops available nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Atlanta, SkyTrain Airport Station. ATMs are available at Atlanta, SkyTrain Airport Station.
Ticket office support is available at Atlanta, SkyTrain Airport Station.
Available at Atlanta, SkyTrain Airport Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Atlanta, SkyTrain Airport Station: Wheelchair accessible and assistance available.
New Orleans, LA is 1 km from New Orleans city centre. Public transport options include:
New Orleans, LA has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at New Orleans, LA. ATMs are available at New Orleans, LA.
Ticket office support is available at New Orleans, LA.
Available at New Orleans, LA: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Orleans, LA: Station is wheelchair accessible.
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