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

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Chicago start at R 1 469. The average price for this route is around R 2 284. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Chicago is 1d , covering a distance of 1328 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 19h 50m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Chicago route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Chicago at 06:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to Chicago produces an estimated 33 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 New Orleans to Chicago?

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 New Orleans to Chicago?

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 New Orleans to Chicago?

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 Chicago?

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 Chicago from R 1 732 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 50m	22:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 19 December
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	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 50m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 50m	22:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	21h	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 20 December
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	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 50m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 50m	22:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	21h	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 50m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 50m	22:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	21h	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 22 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 50m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 50m	22:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	21h	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 23 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	21h	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 50m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	00:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 40m	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 24 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	21h	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 50m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	00:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 40m	08:00	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 25 December
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	23:35	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 50m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 50m	22:05	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	21h	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day and with fares starting at just R 1 469, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

1d Average duration

1328 kmDistance

33kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 469 - R 7 463	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 974 - R 11 577	Average duration23h 15m	CO₂ emissions 122kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Chicago?

Stops in New Orleans

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

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 439 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 640 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Chicago 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 New Orleans to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Chicago start at R 1 469. The average price for this route is around R 2 284. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from New Orleans to Chicago?
The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Chicago is 1d , covering a distance of 1328 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 19h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Chicago route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Chicago at 06:55. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Chicago?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Chicago produces an estimated 33 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 New Orleans to Chicago?
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 New Orleans to Chicago?
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 New Orleans to Chicago?
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 Chicago?
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

16/12

R 3 653

17/12

R 4 511

Today

R 3 739

19/12

R 4 494

20/12

R 3 379

21/12

R 3 396

22/12

R 2 761

23/12

R 2 744

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Chicago was searched and found on 23 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 744

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 Chicago as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 744 to R 5 728 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 744, which is on 2025-12-23.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.