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Tomorrow9 Jul
from US$184
Thu10 Jul
from US$134
Fri11 Jul
Sat12 Jul
Sun13 Jul
Mon14 Jul
Tue15 Jul
Wed16 Jul

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 9 July at
    Departure city: Lafayette
    Departure location: Lafayette Transit System
    Arrival time: 11 July at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 9 July at
    Departure city: Lafayette
    Departure location: Lafayette Transit System
    Arrival time: 10 July at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: New York Port Authority
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 July at
    Departure city: Lafayette
    Departure location: Lafayette Transit System
    Arrival time: 10 July at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 July at
    Departure city: Lafayette
    Departure location: Lafayette Transit System
    Arrival time: 10 July at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: New York Port Authority
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 9 July at
    Departure city: Lafayette
    Departure location: Lafayette Transit System
    Arrival time: 10 July at
    Destination city: New York City
    Destination location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Lafayette to New York City

Bus
Average priceUS$114 - US$347Average duration1d 12h
50kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$207 - US$466Average duration2d
182kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Lafayette to New York City

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 12 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just US$114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

38bus per day
1d 12hAverage duration
US$114Cheapest ticket
50kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Lafayette to New York City: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$191
Average bus trip duration1d 12h
Number of daily buses38
Earliest bus departure02:00
Distance1241 miles
Latest bus departure23:50

Lafayette to New York City Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Lafayette, LA - New York City

  1. How far is New York City from Lafayette by coach?

    The distance between Lafayette and New York City by coach is approximately 1241 miles (2002 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach New York City from Lafayette without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
06/07
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07/07
US$177
Today
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09/07
US$189
10/07
US$146
11/07
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12/07
US$177
13/07
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Lafayette to New York City was searched and found on 10 Jul 2025 with a price of US$146

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

You can expect to pay from US$146 to US$275 for a bus ticket from Lafayette to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$146, which is on 2025-07-10.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Lafayette to New York City, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Lafayette to New York City will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Lafayette to New York City?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Lafayette by bus?

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You can also go to New York City by train

Train from Lafayette to New York City

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