What is the cheapest way to get from Dauphin Island to New Orleans?

The cheapest way to get from Dauphin Island to New Orleans is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dauphin Island to New Orleans?

The fastest way to get from Dauphin Island to New Orleans is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs $26 - $40.

How far is it from Dauphin Island to New Orleans?

The distance between Dauphin Island and New Orleans is 218 miles. The road distance is 147.7 miles.

How long does it take to get from Dauphin Island to New Orleans?

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Dauphin Island to New Orleans, including transfers.

Can I drive from Dauphin Island to New Orleans?

Yes, the driving distance between Dauphin Island to New Orleans is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Dauphin Island to New Orleans.

Where can I stay near New Orleans?

There are 905+ hotels available in New Orleans.

Dauphin Island to New Orleans - 4 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dauphin Island to New Orleans by car ferry, car, bus, or train

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Car ferry, drive, bus
best
1. Take the carferry from Dauphin Island to Fort Morgancarferry
2. Drive from Fort Morgan to Mobile Bus Stationcar
3. Take the bus from Mobile Bus Station to New Orleans Bus Stationbus
5h 52m
$39–80
Drive 146.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dauphin Island to New Orleanscar 146.8 mi
2h 39m
$27–39
Car ferry, drive, train
1. Take the carferry from Dauphin Island to Fort Morgancarferry
2. Drive from Fort Morgan to Pascagoula, MScar
3. Take the train from Pascagoula, MS to New Orleans, LA - Union Passenger Terminaltrain
6h 27m
$55–114
Car ferry, drive, bus via Biloxi
1. Take the carferry from Dauphin Island to Fort Morgancarferry
2. Drive from Fort Morgan to Grand Baycar
3. Take the bus from Grand Bay to Biloxibus
4. Take the bus from Biloxi Transit Center to New Orleans Bus Stationbus
7h 10m
$75–126

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Map of how to get from Dauphin Island to New Orleans.

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Distance: 216.6 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Dauphin Island, AL, USA and New Orleans, LA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Dauphin Island to New Orleans. However, you can drive to Dauphin Island, take the car ferry to Fort Morgan, drive to Mobile Bus Station, then take the bus to New Orleans Bus Station. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Dauphin Island to New Orleans, LA - Union Passenger Terminal via Dauphin Island, Fort Morgan, and Pascagoula, MS in around 6h 27m.

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