New Orleans to Lafayette, Louisiana bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 17 daily bus departures available, including 3 night buses. The earliest bus departs from New Orleans bus station at 05:00h, arriving at Lafayette, Louisiana bus station at 07:25h the same day. While latest bus departs at 23:55h, arriving at 03:10h the following day.
Departure station and country
New Orleans, USA (United States)
Arrival station and country
Lafayette, Louisiana, USA (United States)
Travel Distance
218 km
Average Trip Duration
03h 02min
Total Departures
17
Popular Operators
FlixBus
Lowest Price
$22
Transportation Options
Bus
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Getting from New Orleans and Lafayette, Louisiana by bus
The shortest travel distance between New Orleans and Lafayette, Louisiana is 218 km.
The fastest bus which departs at 05:55 has a travel time of 02:20h.
The longest travel time on the route is 03:45h.
Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: toilet.
You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.
Overnight buses
If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Lafayette, Louisiana earlier, there
are 3 night buses from New Orleans to Lafayette, Louisiana.
The overnight buses depart between 22:20 and 23:55 and arrive between 00:45 and 03:10
the following day.
Bus companies operating the New Orleans to Lafayette, Louisiana route
FlixBus is the carrier operating this route. This company has been rated 1323 times by travelers. Here you can see their average rating.
For more details about New Orleans or Lafayette, Louisiana bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.
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New Orleans
You can see information about the departure station and stops New Orleans here
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