Bus from New York City to Baton Rouge: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Baton Rouge on December 6
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
GW Bridge
Greyhound StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Greyhound StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
New York Port Authority
Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New York Port Authority
Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New York Port Authority
LSU Chevron StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:46 AM EST.

Get from New York City to Baton Rouge

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $111, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

56bus per day
1d 16hAverage Duration
1192 milesDistance
48kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New York City to Baton Rouge by bus

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

  1. How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Baton Rouge?

    The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Baton Rouge start from $111. The average price for this route is around $232. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from New York City to Baton Rouge?

    The average bus trip duration from New York City to Baton Rouge is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 1192 miles (1923 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the New York City to Baton Rouge route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 56 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New York City to Baton Rouge?

    The earliest bus departs from New York City to Baton Rouge at 12:50am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Baton Rouge?

    A bus trip from New York City to Baton Rouge generates an estimated 48 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from New York City to Baton Rouge?

    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 87412 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Baton Rouge?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from New York City to Baton Rouge?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Baton Rouge?

    According to Busbud traveller 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
12/04
$214
12/05
$239
Today
$222
12/07
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12/08
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Baton Rouge was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $214

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