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Compare 2 ways to go from Charleston to New Orleans

Bus
Average PriceUS$101 - US$192Average Duration1d 1h
30kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$456 - US$475Average Duration1d 13h
110kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Charleston to New Orleans

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$101, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d 1hAverage Duration
US$101Cheapest ticket
30kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Charleston to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$104
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 1h
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure5:15am
Distance1214 km

Charleston to New Orleans Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Charleston, WV, US - New Orleans

  1. How far is Charleston from New Orleans?

    The distance between Charleston and New Orleans is approximately 1215 km (754 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Charleston to New Orleans?

    Buses departing from Charleston Greyhound Bus Station in Charleston will take you to Union Passenger Terminal in New Orleans.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Charleston to New Orleans was searched and found on Jun 18, 2025 with a price of US$136

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About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Charleston and New Orleans!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Charleston to New Orleans, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Charleston to New Orleans.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Charleston to New Orleans while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Charleston to New Orleans?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Charleston by bus?

Bus from Charleston to New Orleans

You can also go to New Orleans by train

Train from Charleston to New Orleans

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