Bus from New Orleans to Indianapolis: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Indianapolis on 5 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New Orleans Bus Station
Indianapolis Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New Orleans Bus Station
Indianapolis Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
New Orleans Bus Station
Downtown Transit CenterNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
New Orleans Bus Station
Downtown Transit CenterNo 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 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 225, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
23h 15mAverage duration
1149 kmDistance
29kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 225 - R 6 020Average duration23h 15m
29kg CO₂e
Average priceR 3 397 - R 13 544Average duration1d 9h
104kg CO₂e

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

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Indianapolis start at R 2 225. The average price for this route is around R 2 944. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

    The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Indianapolis is 23h 15m, covering a distance of 1149 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 19h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

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

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

  6. What 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.

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

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

  8. 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.

  9. 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
02/01
R 4 800
03/01
R 4 057
Today
R 3 228
05/01
R 3 144
06/01
R 2 501
07/01
R 2 468
08/01
R 2 282
09/01
R 2 350
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New Orleans to Indianapolis was searched and found on 08 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 282

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 R 2 282 to R 5 307 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 R 2 282, which is on 2026-01-08.

What's the cheapest way to go from New Orleans to Indianapolis?

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