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

The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to New Orleans start from R$435. The average price for this route is around R$604. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to New Orleans is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 713 miles (1149 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 20m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to New Orleans route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to New Orleans at 3:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Indianapolis to New Orleans generates an estimated 28.711975000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5788 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Indianapolis to New Orleans?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus Indianapolis to New Orleans from R$498 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures for Indianapolis to New Orleans on April 21
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:30pm	Downtown Transit Center	1d 7h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	8:10pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	22h 40m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:25pm	Downtown Transit Center	23h 30m	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:30pm	Downtown Transit Center	1d 17h	3:55pm	New Orleans International Airport	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to New Orleans on April 23
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	8:10pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	22h 40m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	11:15am	Indianapolis Bus Station	22h 20m	8:35am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	1d 6h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
	4:40am	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d 1h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:25pm	Downtown Transit Center	23h 30m	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Indianapolis to New Orleans on April 25
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:30pm	Downtown Transit Center	1d 7h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	11:15am	Indianapolis Bus Station	22h 20m	8:35am	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	10:25am	Greyhound Amtrak Station	1d 6h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
	4:40am	Indianapolis Bus Station	1d 1h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	6:25pm	Downtown Transit Center	23h 30m	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 7:41 PM EDT.

Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis 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 1 day, 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R$435, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

713 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceR$435 - R$1,548	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceR$767 - R$7,645	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and New Orleans?

Stops in Indianapolis

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Stops in New Orleans

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

Greyhound

3.5/587,542 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Amtrak

4.1/55,789 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi3.6

FlixBus

3.5/512,510 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies:FlixBus, Greyhound, Futura, Elite, Chihuahuenses, Tufesa, Los Limousines

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Indianapolis to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Indianapolis to New Orleans start from R$435. The average price for this route is around R$604. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to New Orleans?
The average bus trip duration from Indianapolis to New Orleans is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 713 miles (1149 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 22h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Indianapolis to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Indianapolis to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Indianapolis to New Orleans at 3:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Indianapolis to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Indianapolis to New Orleans generates an estimated 28.711975000000002 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Indianapolis to New Orleans?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5788 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Indianapolis to New Orleans?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Indianapolis to New Orleans?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Indianapolis to New Orleans?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

04/19

R$1,067

04/20

R$904

Today

R$837

04/22

R$597

04/23

R$720

04/24

No data

04/25

R$786

04/26

R$531

The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to New Orleans was searched and found on Apr 26, 2026 with a price of R$531

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

You can expect to pay from R$531 to R$3,604 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R$531 which is on 2026-04-26.

Usually Amtrak 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.