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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | South Bend | New Orleans Bus Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | South Bend | New Orleans Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | South Bend | New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from South Bend to New Orleans
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 036, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 87517 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 036
Frequently asked questions about travelling from South Bend 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 South Bend to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from South Bend to New Orleans start at R 2 036. The average price for this route is around R 3 748. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from South Bend to New Orleans?
The average bus journey time from South Bend to New Orleans is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1349 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 23h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the South Bend to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from South Bend to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from South Bend to New Orleans at 08:50. And the latest bus departs at 18:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from South Bend to New Orleans?
A bus trip from South Bend to New Orleans produces an estimated 34 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from South Bend to New Orleans was searched and found on 27 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 918To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from South Bend to New Orleans as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 918 to R 3 638 for a bus ticket from South Bend to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 918, which is on 2026-01-27.
What's the cheapest way to go from South Bend to New Orleans?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
