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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Indianapolis Bus Station | New Orleans Bus Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
 | Greyhound Amtrak Station | Union Passenger Terminal | No tags | |||||
| Indianapolis Bus Station | New Orleans Bus Station | No tags | |||||
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. | Downtown Transit Center | New Orleans Bus Station | No tags | |||||
| Greyhound Amtrak Station | Union Passenger Terminal | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to New Orleans
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $158, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis to New Orleans by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Indianapolis to New Orleans cost?
The bus ticket price from Indianapolis to New Orleans starts at $158. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Indianapolis to New Orleans is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Indianapolis to New Orleans?
The average travel time between Indianapolis and New Orleans is around 1d 2h, although the fastest bus will take about 19h 20m.This is the time it takes to travel the 1150 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Indianapolis and New Orleans?
The number of buses from Indianapolis to New Orleans can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Indianapolis to New Orleans by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Indianapolis to New Orleans?
When taking the bus from Indianapolis to New Orleans, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus, Amtrak.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to New Orleans was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $214To 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 $214 to $1,010 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 $214 which is on 2025-11-22.
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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Indianapolis to New Orleans?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
