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

The cheapest coach tickets from New Orleans to Indianapolis start from £101. The average price for this route is around £140. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from New Orleans to Indianapolis?

The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Indianapolis is 23h 5m, covering a distance of 713 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 19h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Indianapolis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Indianapolis?

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Indianapolis at 08:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

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

A bus journey from New Orleans to Indianapolis produces an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from New Orleans to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Indianapolis?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from New Orleans to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus New Orleans to Indianapolis from £100 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Indianapolis on 13 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 5m	12:05	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 25m	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 5m	08:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Indianapolis on 14 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 5m	12:05	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 25m	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 5m	08:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 15m	21:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Indianapolis on 15 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 4h	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 25m	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 5m	12:05	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 5m	08:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 15m	21:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Indianapolis on 16 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 4h	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 25m	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 5m	12:05	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 5m	08:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 15m	21:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Indianapolis on 17 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 25m	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 5m	12:05	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 4h	04:45	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 5m	08:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 15m	21:25	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Indianapolis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Indianapolis. The journey takes about 23 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just £101, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

23h 5mAverage duration

713 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£101 - £271	Average duration23h 5m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£131 - £610	Average duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Indianapolis?

Stops in New Orleans

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

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,496 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/512,013 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Indianapolis?
The cheapest coach tickets from New Orleans to Indianapolis start from £101. The average price for this route is around £140. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from New Orleans to Indianapolis?
The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Indianapolis is 23h 5m, covering a distance of 713 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 19h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Indianapolis?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Indianapolis at 08:05. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Indianapolis?
A bus journey from New Orleans to Indianapolis produces an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from New Orleans to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87463 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Indianapolis?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from New Orleans to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

10/01

£121

11/01

£109

Today

£160

13/01

£142

14/01

£128

15/01

£103

16/01

£108

17/01

£111

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Indianapolis was searched and found on 15 Jan 2026 with a price of £103

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 Indianapolis as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £103 to £185 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Indianapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £103, which is on 2026-01-15.