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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | South Bend | New Orleans Bus Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | South Bend | New Orleans Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | South Bend | New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 3:10 PM EST.
Compare 2 ways to go from South Bend to New Orleans
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $174, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 87517 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 $174
Frequently asked questions about travelling from South Bend to New Orleans 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 South Bend to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from South Bend to New Orleans start from $174. The average price for this route is around $320. 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 South Bend to New Orleans?
The average bus travel time from South Bend to New Orleans is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1349 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the South Bend to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from South Bend to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from South Bend to New Orleans at 8:50am. And the latest bus departs at 6:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from South Bend to New Orleans?
A bus trip from South Bend to New Orleans generates an estimated 34 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.
The cheapest trip from South Bend to New Orleans was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $164To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from South Bend to New Orleans, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $164 to $311 for a bus ticket from South Bend to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $164 which is on 2026-01-27.
What's the cheapest way to go from South Bend to New Orleans?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
