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

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Topeka start from $94. The average price for this route is around $172. 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 Topeka?

The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Topeka is 1d , covering a distance of 704 miles (1135 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Topeka route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.

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

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Topeka at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to Topeka generates an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus New Orleans to Topeka from $135 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Topeka on November 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 7h	6:20am	Topeka	CheapestFastest

Next departures for New Orleans to Topeka on December 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	23h	5:10pm	Topeka	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	6:20am	Topeka	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	11:25pm	Topeka	No tags
	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 30m	7:50am	Topeka	No tags
	Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	1d 10h	5:10pm	Topeka	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Topeka on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 30m	7:50am	Topeka	Cheapest
Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	23h	5:10pm	Topeka	Fastest
Bus	6:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	6:20am	Topeka	No tags
Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	1d 10h	5:10pm	Topeka	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Topeka on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 30m	7:50am	Topeka	Cheapest
Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	23h	5:10pm	Topeka	Fastest
Bus	6:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	6:20am	Topeka	No tags
Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	1d 10h	5:10pm	Topeka	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Topeka on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	1d 10h	5:10pm	Topeka	Cheapest
	Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	23h	5:10pm	Topeka	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	6:20am	Topeka	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	11:25pm	Topeka	No tags
	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 30m	7:50am	Topeka	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Topeka on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	23h	5:10pm	Topeka	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:10am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	6:20am	Topeka	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	11:25pm	Topeka	No tags
	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	23h 30m	7:50am	Topeka	No tags
	Bus	6:55am	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	1d 10h	5:10pm	Topeka	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:45 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Topeka

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Topeka. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $94, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d Average Duration

704 milesDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$94 - $289	Average Duration1d	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$267 - $434	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 103kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,407 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.

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans to Topeka 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 Topeka?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Topeka start from $94. The average price for this route is around $172. 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 Topeka?
The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Topeka is 1d , covering a distance of 704 miles (1135 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Topeka route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Topeka?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Topeka at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Topeka?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Topeka generates an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/27

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11/28

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Today

$317

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12/01

$192

12/02

$160

12/03

$147

12/04

$136

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Topeka was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $136

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 Topeka, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $136 to $420 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Topeka based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $136 which is on 2025-12-04.