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

The cheapest coach tickets from Champaign to New Orleans start from €75. The average price for this route is around €95. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Champaign to New Orleans?

The average bus journey time from Champaign to New Orleans is 22h, covering a distance of 1143 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 17h 25m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Champaign to New Orleans route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Champaign to New Orleans at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 19:50.

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

A bus journey from Champaign to New Orleans produces an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Champaign to New Orleans?

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 87518 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Champaign to New Orleans?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Champaign to New Orleans?

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.

Bus Champaign to New Orleans from €81 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Champaign to New Orleans on 31 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:50	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Champaign to New Orleans on 1 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:50	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	12:20	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	17h 25m	05:45	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures from Champaign to New Orleans on 2 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:20	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	17h 25m	05:45	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:50	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Champaign to New Orleans on 3 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:50	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:00	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 2h	05:45	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Champaign to New Orleans on 4 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:10	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 5h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	12:10	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	2d 3h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures from Champaign to New Orleans on 5 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:20	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 4h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	12:20	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	1d 4h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	13:20	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	2d 2h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures from Champaign to New Orleans on 6 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	12:20	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	17h 25m	05:45	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:50	Champaign (Intermodal Transportation Center)	22h	17:50	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 15:13 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Champaign to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 22 hours and with fares starting at just €75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

22hAverage duration

1143 kmDistance

29kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€75 - €267	Average duration22h	CO₂ emissions 29kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€89 - €269	Average duration16h 52m	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Champaign and New Orleans?

Stops in Champaign

A
Illinois Terminal - Champaign Intermodal Transportation Center
45 E University Ave, Champaign, IL 61820
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B
Champaign Bus Stop
4910 N Market St, Champaign, IL 61822, USA
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Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,518 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi2.5

FlixBus

3.5/512,167 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Champaign to New Orleans

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

How much is the bus ticket from Champaign to New Orleans?
The cheapest coach tickets from Champaign to New Orleans start from €75. The average price for this route is around €95. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Champaign to New Orleans?
The average bus journey time from Champaign to New Orleans is 22h, covering a distance of 1143 km. The fastest bus can take you there in 17h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Champaign to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Champaign to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Champaign to New Orleans at 03:00. And the latest bus departs at 19:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Champaign to New Orleans?
A bus journey from Champaign to New Orleans produces an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Champaign to New Orleans?
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 87518 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Champaign to New Orleans?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Champaign to New Orleans?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual 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 Champaign to New Orleans?
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

29/01

No data

30/01

€212

Today

€205

01/02

€218

02/02

€115

03/02

No data

04/02

€151

05/02

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The cheapest trip from Champaign to New Orleans was searched and found on 2 Feb 2026 with a price of €115

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Champaign to New Orleans as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €115 to €218 for a bus ticket from Champaign to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €115, which is on 2026-02-02.