Bus - 3

3 Line

Tulane - Elmwood

RTA

RTA 3 bus Route Map - Main Library-Cbd Via Ochsner

PDF Version: 3 schedule, stops and map

RTA 3 Bus Route Schedule and Stops (Updated)

The 3 bus (Main Library-Cbd Via Ochsner) has 47 stops departing from Jefferson Hwy at Spur Station and ending at Elk Place + Tulane.

Choose any of the 3 bus stops below to find updated real-time schedules and to see their route map.

Direction: Main Library-Cbd Via Ochsner (47 stops)

  • Jefferson Hwy at Spur Station

  • Jefferson Hwy. at Walmart

  • Jefferson Hwy. at St George Ave.

  • Jefferson Hwy. at Central Ave.

  • Jefferson at Causeway

  • Jefferson at Maine

  • Jefferson at Labarre Rd

  • Jefferson + Rio Vista

  • Jefferson Jefferson + Betz

  • Ochsner Medical Center

  • Jefferson at Jules

  • Jefferson at Jules/Brooklyn

  • Jefferson + Iris

  • Jefferson + Knox/Dakin

  • Jefferson at Dakin (Lowe'S)

  • S. Claiborne at Mistletoe

  • S. Claiborne Ave. at Eagle St.

  • S. Claiborne at Leonidas

  • S. Claiborne + Cambronne

  • S. Carrollton at S. Claiborne

  • S. Carrollton at Nelson

  • S. Carrollton at Belfast

  • S. Carrollton at Pritchard

  • S. Carrollton at Earhart

  • S. Carrollton at Forshey

  • S. Carrollton at Palm

  • S. Carrollton at Washington

  • S. Carrollton at Tulane

  • Tulane + S. Pierce

  • Tulane + S. Cortez

  • Tulane + S. Genois

  • Tulane + S. Clark

  • Tulane And Norman C. Francis Pkwy

  • Tulane + S. Lopez

  • Tulane + S. Gayoso

  • Tulane + S. White

  • Tulane + S Broad

  • Tulane + S. Dorgenois

  • Tulane + S. Tonti

  • Tulane + S. Galvez

  • Tulane + S. Prieur

  • Tulane + S Roman

  • Tulane at S. Claiborne

  • Tulane + Lasalle

  • Saratoga + Tulane

  • Saratoga + Canal

  • Elk Place + Tulane

3 FAQ

  • What time does the 3 bus start operating?

    Services on the 3 bus start at 5:50 AM on Saturday, Sunday.

  • What time does the 3 bus stop working?

    Services on the 3 bus stop at 8:34 PM on Saturday, Sunday.

  • What time does the 3 bus arrive?

    When does the Tulane - Elmwood bus line come? for live arrival times and to see the full schedule for the Tulane - Elmwood bus line that is closest to your location.

  • Does the RTA 3 bus line run on Labor Day?

    The 3 bus's operating hours on Labor Day may change. Check the Moovit app for latest changes and live updates.

  • Is there a 3 bus stop near me?

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RTA 3 bus Route Map - Main Library-Cbd Via Ochsner

PDF Version: 3 schedule, stops and map

3 Bus Schedule

3 bus route operates everyday. Regular schedule hours: 5:55 AM-8:51 PM

DayOperating HoursFrequency (min)
Mon5:55 AM-8:51 PM20-21
Tue5:55 AM-8:51 PM20-21
Wed5:55 AM-8:51 PM20-21
Thu5:55 AM-8:51 PM20-21
Fri5:55 AM-8:51 PM20-21
Sat5:50 AM-8:34 PM25-29
Sun5:50 AM-8:34 PM25-29
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3 line bus fare

RTA 3 (Main Library-Cbd Via Ochsner) prices may change based on several factors. For more information about RTA tickets costs please check the Moovit app or New Orleans RTA’s official website.

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3 (RTA)

The first stop of the 3 bus route is Jefferson Hwy at Spur Station and the last stop is Elk Place + Tulane. 3 (Main Library-Cbd Via Ochsner) is operational during everyday.

Additional information: 3 has 47 stops and the total trip duration for this route is approximately 45 minutes.

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