How to get from Gretna to New Orleans by bus and ferry?

From Gretna to New Orleans by bus and ferry

To get from Gretna to New Orleans in New Orleans, take the W6A bus from Wilty Terminal station to Algiers Ferry To Wilty Terminal station. Next, take the 1 ferry from Algiers Point Ferry Terminal station to Canal Street Ferry Terminal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 29 min. The ride fare is $1.25. The bus and ferry schedule from Gretna may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and ferry schedule to New Orleans on the Moovit app.

29min$1.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - W6AW6A
Ferry - 11
Walk to New Orleans
Leaves from Wilty Terminal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wilty Terminal
    ID 26500
    200 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - W6AW6A
    Wait for bus
    W6A
    Algiers Ferry
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Algiers Ferry To Wilty Terminal
    ID 26608
    13 min
  • 4
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Algiers Point Ferry Terminal
    ID 8611
    130 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Ferry - 11
    Wait for ferry
    1
    Canal Street Ferry Terminal
  • 6
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Canal Street Ferry Terminal
    ID 8610
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to New Orleans
    Walk to
    New Orleans
    120 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Gretna to New Orleans by bus and ferry via 103 and 1

To get from Gretna to New Orleans in New Orleans, take the 103 bus from Wilty Terminal station to Algiers Ferry Terminal station. Next, take the 1 ferry from Algiers Point Ferry Terminal station to Canal Street Ferry Terminal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 33 min. The ride fare is $1.25. The bus and ferry schedule from Gretna may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and ferry schedule to New Orleans on the Moovit app.

33min$1.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 103103
Ferry - 11
Walk to New Orleans
Leaves from Wilty Terminal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wilty Terminal
    ID 7728
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 103103
    Wait for bus
    103
    Cutoff Rec. Ctr. Via N.O. Military Academy
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Algiers Ferry Terminal
    ID 3624
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Algiers Point Ferry Terminal
    ID 8611
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Ferry - 11
    Wait for ferry
    1
    Canal Street Ferry Terminal
  • 6
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Canal Street Ferry Terminal
    ID 8610
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to New Orleans
    Walk to
    New Orleans
    120 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Gretna to New Orleans

The distance between Gretna and New Orleans is approximately 4.41 mi, which can typically be travelled in 29 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Gretna to New Orleans by bus and ferry, so no matter how you choose to travel in New Orleans – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Ferry schedule from Gretna to New Orleans

To check the bus and ferry schedule from Gretna to New Orleans using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Gretna) and destination (New Orleans), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and ferry routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and ferry, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and ferry schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Gretna to New Orleans by bus and ferry via 103 and 1

To get from Gretna to New Orleans in New Orleans, take the 103 bus from Wilty Terminal station to Algiers Ferry Terminal station. Next, take the 1 ferry from Algiers Point Ferry Terminal station to Canal Street Ferry Terminal station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 33 min. The ride fare is $1.25. The bus and ferry schedule from Gretna may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and ferry schedule to New Orleans on the Moovit app.

33min$1.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 103103
Ferry - 11
Walk to New Orleans
Leaves from Wilty Terminal

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Wilty Terminal
    ID 7728
    220 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 103103
    Wait for bus
    103
    Cutoff Rec. Ctr. Via N.O. Military Academy
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Algiers Ferry Terminal
    ID 3624
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to ferry station
    Walk to ferry station
    Algiers Point Ferry Terminal
    ID 8611
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Ferry - 11
    Wait for ferry
    1
    Canal Street Ferry Terminal
  • 6
    Ride to ferry station
    Ride to ferry station
    Canal Street Ferry Terminal
    ID 8610
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to New Orleans
    Walk to
    New Orleans
    120 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Gretna to New Orleans?

    The fastest way takes 29 minutes, using Bus line W6A, Ferry line 1.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Gretna to New Orleans?

    The alternative route takes 33 minutes, using Bus line 103, Ferry line 1.

  • Is there a direct bus between Gretna and New Orleans in New Orleans?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one ferry line in total. The total travelling time is 29 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Gretna to New Orleans in New Orleans?

    The W6A bus line goes from Wilty Terminal station near Gretna in New Orleans to Algiers Ferry station. From there you’ll have to take one ferry line till Algiers Ferry station near New Orleans.

  • How long does it take to travel from Gretna to New Orleans in New Orleans by bus and ferry?

    The total travel time between Gretna and New Orleans by bus and ferry is about 29 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Gretna to get to New Orleans in New Orleans?

    Get on the W6A bus from the Wilty Terminal stop near Gretna in New Orleans.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Gretna and New Orleans in New Orleans?

    Get off the bus at the Algiers Ferry station, which is closest to New Orleans.

  • When is the last bus from Gretna to New Orleans in New Orleans?

    The last bus from Gretna to New Orleans in New Orleans is the Garden Oaks - Sullen line. It leaves the Wilty Terminal stop at 9:34 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Gretna to New Orleans?

    The ride from Gretna to New Orleans costs $1.25.

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