How to get from Atlanta to New Orleans
The fastest way to travel from Atlanta to New Orleans takes approximately 836 minutes with 3 transfers. You can use subway, bus, train and tram. We found 4 route options for you.
Fastest Route
836 min 844.3 km
3 transfers
Red
110
Crescent
46
Departs from: Five Points Station
Walking: 21 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 14 min (0.9 km)
to Five Points Station
2
Take Red Subway
Direction: RED Northbound TO North Springs Station
From Five Points Station to Arts Center Station (4 stops, 7 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Arts Center Station
4
Take 110 Bus
Direction: Brookhaven/Oglethorpe Station
From Arts Center Station to Peachtree ST NE @ Deering Rd (7 stops, 8 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Atlanta
6
Take Crescent Train
Direction: New Orleans
From Atlanta to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal (8 stops, 784 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to UPT Streetcar Bay 1
8
Take 46 Tram
Direction: Rampart: St Claude at Elysian Fields
From UPT Streetcar Bay 1 to Tulane Station (N) (3 stops, 8 min)
9
Walk 1 min (0.1 km)
✓
Arrive at New Orleans
Public transport stations close to Atlanta
Atlanta is located in Atlanta and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Metro stations close to Atlanta:
- Georgia State Station
- Five Points Station
- Garnett Station
Tram stations close to Atlanta:
- Hurt Park
- Park Place
- Woodruff Park
Bus stations close to Atlanta:
- Martin L King J DR @ Washington ST Sw
- Washington St at MLK Jr Dr
- GA State Station - Piedmont Ave
- GA State Station - Jesse Hill JR Dr
Public transport stations close to New Orleans
New Orleans is located in Atlanta and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Tram stations close to New Orleans:
- Tulane Station (O)
- Tulane Station (N)
- Canal + S. Rampart (In)
- Canal at N. Rampart
Bus stations close to New Orleans:
- Tulane @ Loyola
- Tulane + Loyola
- Elk Place + Tulane
- Saratoga + Tulane
Alternative Route
689 min 866.4 km
2 transfers
Greyhound Us0602
202
51
Departs from: Atlanta Bus Station
Walking: 26 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 19 min (1.1 km)
to Atlanta Bus Station
2
Take Greyhound Us0602 Bus
Direction: Houston Bus Station (Greyhound)
From Atlanta Bus Station to New Orleans Bus Station (7 stops, 650 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Loyola Ave. at Howard Ave.
4
Take 202 Bus
Direction: Airport (MSY) via UPT
From Loyola Ave. at Howard Ave. to UPT Bus Bay 2
5
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Loyola Ave. at Howard Ave. (Upt)
6
Take 51 Bus
Direction: Columbia Parc via Main Library-CBD
From Loyola Ave. at Howard Ave. (Upt) to Loyola Ave. at Common St. (Farside) (3 stops, 4 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
✓
Arrive at New Orleans
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Atlanta to New Orleans.
How do I travel from Atlanta to New Orleans in Atlanta?
The quickest journey from Atlanta to New Orleans takes approximately 836 minutes via the Red subway service.
Are there other ways to reach New Orleans from Atlanta?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 689 minutes using the Greyhound Us0602 bus line.
Can I get directly from Atlanta to New Orleans without changing?
This route requires 3 transfers. The complete journey takes about 836 minutes including connection time.
What subway service connects Atlanta and New Orleans?
The Red line provides subway service between Five Points Station and Tulane Station (N) in Atlanta.
What is the journey time from Atlanta to New Orleans by public transport?
Traveling by subway from Atlanta to New Orleans in Atlanta takes approximately 836 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the subway to travel from Atlanta to New Orleans?
Board the Red subway at Five Points Station station, located near Atlanta in Atlanta.
Which station is closest to New Orleans?
The nearest stop to New Orleans is Tulane Station (N) station. Exit here to reach your destination in Atlanta.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.