How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Cincinnati?

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Cincinnati start from $149. The average price for this route is around $312. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from New Orleans to Cincinnati?

The average bus travel time from New Orleans to Cincinnati is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1152 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 35m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Cincinnati route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New Orleans to Cincinnati?

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Cincinnati at 6:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Cincinnati?

A bus trip from New Orleans to Cincinnati generates an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus New Orleans to Cincinnati from $160 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Cincinnati on January 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	3:25am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 35m	3:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	5:15pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 7h	5:05pm	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 7h	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Cincinnati on January 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	3:25am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 35m	3:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	5:15pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 7h	5:05pm	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 7h	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Cincinnati on January 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 35m	3:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	5:15pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Cincinnati on January 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 35m	3:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	5:15pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Cincinnati on January 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	5:15pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 35m	3:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	3:25am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 7h	5:05pm	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 7h	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Cincinnati on January 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 7h	5:05pm	Cincinnati (Downtown)	Cheapest
	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 35m	3:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	5:15pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	3:25am	Cincinnati Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 7h	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Monday at 6:49 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Cincinnati

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $149, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

1152 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$149 - $516	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$251 - $1,483	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Cincinnati?

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Stops in Cincinnati

A
Greyhound Station
1005 Gilbert Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202
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B
Northland Blvd
290-322 Northland Blvd, Springdale, OH 45246, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,476 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87476 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $150

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Cincinnati by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Cincinnati?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Cincinnati start from $149. The average price for this route is around $312. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from New Orleans to Cincinnati?
The average bus travel time from New Orleans to Cincinnati is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1152 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Cincinnati route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 5 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New Orleans to Cincinnati?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Cincinnati at 6:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Cincinnati?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Cincinnati generates an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-01

$346

01-02

$410

Today

$417

01-04

$356

01-05

$326

01-06

$309

01-07

$309

01-08

$284

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Cincinnati was searched and found on Jan 8, 2026 with a price of $284

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New Orleans to Cincinnati, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $284 to $443 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $284 which is on 2026-01-08.