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

The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to New Orleans start from $121. The average price for this route is around $218. 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 Madison to New Orleans?

The average bus trip duration from Madison to New Orleans is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 906 miles (1461 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 35m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Madison to New Orleans route?

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

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

The earliest bus departs from Madison to New Orleans at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 5:40pm.

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

A bus trip from Madison to New Orleans generates an estimated 37 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 Madison 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 5696 reviews.

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

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Madison to New Orleans?

According to Busbud traveller 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 Madison to New Orleans from $121 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Madison to New Orleans on January 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	3:10pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	2d	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	3:10pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	2d	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
	Bus	5:15pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	23h 45m	5:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	7:45pm	North Lake St	1d 12h	8:40am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	8:00pm	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	1d 12h	8:40am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Get from Madison to New Orleans

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $121, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

906 milesDistance

37kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Madison and New Orleans?

Stops in Madison

A
UW Memorial Union
800 Langdon Street, Madison, WI 53715, USA
Map
B
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
4 Collins Ct, Madison, WI 53716, USA
Map

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
Visit page Map

Compare bus companies

Amtrak

4/55,740 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Greyhound

3.5/587,504 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

FlixBus

3.5/512,076 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

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, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Madison, WI 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 Madison to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to New Orleans start from $121. The average price for this route is around $218. 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 Madison to New Orleans?
The average bus trip duration from Madison to New Orleans is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 906 miles (1461 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Madison to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madison to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to New Orleans at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 5:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Madison to New Orleans generates an estimated 37 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 Madison 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 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Madison 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 Madison to New Orleans?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Madison to New Orleans?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.