Next departures for Indianapolis to New Orleans on November 20
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Indianapolis Bus Station
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Greyhound Amtrak Station
Union Passenger Terminal
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FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Transit Center
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Compare 2 ways to go from Indianapolis to New Orleans
We recommend taking the bus
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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 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.
Based on 5593 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $170
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Indianapolis to New Orleans by bus
How far is Indianapolis from New Orleans?
The distance separating Indianapolis and New Orleans is 713 miles (1150 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Indianapolis to New Orleans?
Buses traveling from Indianapolis to New Orleans leave from Greyhound Amtrak Station and arrive at Union Passenger Terminal.
What are the best sights and things to do in New Orleans?
Once in New Orleans, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Louisiana Children's Museum, Jackson Square, The Cabildo, St. Louis Cathedral and Audubon Zoo.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
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11/17
$193
11/18
$194
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11/20
$169
11/21
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11/22
$149
11/23
$157
11/24
$161
The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to New Orleans was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $149
To 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 $149 to $704 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 $149 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
The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to New Orleans was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $149
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
