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

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Indianapolis start from ₹9,131. The average price for this route is around ₹12,490. 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 New Orleans to Indianapolis?

The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Indianapolis is 23h 5m, covering a distance of 713 miles (1149 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 25m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Indianapolis route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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 8:20am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to Indianapolis generates an estimated 28.714800000000004 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 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 87532 reviews.

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.

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

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 New Orleans to Indianapolis?

According to Busbud traveler 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 Indianapolis from ₹9,354 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Indianapolis on April 24
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 35m	9:25pm	Downtown Transit Center	Cheapest
	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 25m	4:45am	Indianapolis Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	1:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	21h 50m	12:05pm	Indianapolis Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 5m	8:25am	Downtown Transit Center	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:37 PM CDT.

Compare 2 ways to go 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 5 minutes and with fares starting at just ₹9,131, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

23h 5mAverage Duration

713 milesDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price₹9,131 - ₹32,066	Average Duration23h 5m	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price₹14,419 - ₹82,455	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Indianapolis?

Stops in New Orleans

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

A
Greyhound Amtrak Station
350 S Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,543 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.

FlixBus

3.5/512,512 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 New Orleans to Indianapolis 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 New Orleans to Indianapolis?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Indianapolis start from ₹9,131. The average price for this route is around ₹12,490. 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 New Orleans to Indianapolis?
The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Indianapolis is 23h 5m, covering a distance of 713 miles (1149 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 25m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Indianapolis route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
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 8:20am. And the latest bus departs at 8:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Indianapolis?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Indianapolis generates an estimated 28.714800000000004 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 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 87532 reviews.
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.
Which bus company has the most timely service from New Orleans to Indianapolis?
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 New Orleans to Indianapolis?
According to Busbud traveler 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

04/19

No data

04/20

₹9,979

Today

₹21,974

04/22

₹21,398

04/23

₹9,978

04/24

₹15,065

04/25

₹11,033

04/26

₹10,267

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Indianapolis was searched and found on Apr 23, 2026 with a price of ₹9,978

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 ₹9,978 to ₹21,974 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 ₹9,978 which is on 2026-04-23.