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

The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to New Orleans start at R 2 067. The average price for this route is around R 2 995. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus journey time from Cincinnati to New Orleans is 20h 40m, covering a distance of 1152 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 20h 15m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to New Orleans 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 Cincinnati to New Orleans?

The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to New Orleans at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 17:00.

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

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

What is the best bus company from Cincinnati to New Orleans?

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 87435 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Cincinnati to New Orleans?

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 Cincinnati to New Orleans?

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 Cincinnati to New Orleans from R 1 926 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cincinnati to New Orleans on 20 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	17:00	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 1h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Cincinnati to New Orleans on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	13:20	Cincinnati Bus Station	20h 15m	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	00:55	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 5h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:05	Cincinnati Bus Station	20h 40m	05:45	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	17:00	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 1h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:25	Cincinnati (Downtown)	20h 20m	05:45	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Cincinnati to New Orleans on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:00	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 1h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	13:20	Cincinnati Bus Station	20h 15m	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	00:55	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 5h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:05	Cincinnati Bus Station	20h 40m	05:45	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:25	Cincinnati (Downtown)	20h 20m	05:45	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Cincinnati to New Orleans on 23 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	17:00	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 1h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	13:20	Cincinnati Bus Station	20h 15m	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	00:55	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 5h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:05	Cincinnati Bus Station	20h 40m	05:45	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	10:25	Cincinnati (Downtown)	20h 20m	05:45	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Cincinnati to New Orleans on 24 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:25	Cincinnati (Downtown)	23h 10m	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	13:20	Cincinnati Bus Station	20h 15m	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	00:55	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 5h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	07:00	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	1d 11h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	17:00	Cincinnati Bus Station	1d 1h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:17 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Cincinnati to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 20 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 067, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

20h 40mAverage duration

1152 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 067 - R 6 022	Average duration20h 40m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 599 - R 8 744	Average duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cincinnati and New Orleans?

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

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 440 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 663 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Cincinnati to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cincinnati to New Orleans start at R 2 067. The average price for this route is around R 2 995. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cincinnati to New Orleans?
The average bus journey time from Cincinnati to New Orleans is 20h 40m, covering a distance of 1152 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 20h 15m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Cincinnati to New Orleans 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 Cincinnati to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Cincinnati to New Orleans at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 17:00.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cincinnati to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Cincinnati to New Orleans produces an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Cincinnati to New Orleans?
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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cincinnati to New Orleans?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Cincinnati to New Orleans?
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 Cincinnati to New Orleans?
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

18/12

R 3 801

19/12

R 2 941

Today

R 4 721

21/12

R 3 302

22/12

R 2 752

23/12

R 2 674

24/12

R 2 408

25/12

R 1 926

The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to New Orleans was searched and found on 25 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 926

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 926 to R 6 088 for a bus ticket from Cincinnati to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 926, which is on 2025-12-25.