Bus Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA - Compare all Companies

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Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

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Friday

$152

Saturday

$166

Sunday

$171

Monday

Tuesday

$163

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	31h 0m	11:30 PM	Indianapolis	Washington / Delaware	5:30 AM	New Orleans, LA	Canal and Charles	Economy	$152	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Washington / Delaware, Indianapolis (USA) at 12/19/2025 11:30:00 PM to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 12/21/2025 5:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $152 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 0m
FlixBus	27h 30m	3:15 AM	Indianapolis	Washington / Delaware	5:45 AM	New Orleans, LA	Canal and Charles	Economy	$156	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Washington / Delaware, Indianapolis (USA) at 12/19/2025 3:15:00 AM to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $156 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 30m
Greyhound US	22h 40m	8:10 PM	Indianapolis	Central Bus Station	5:50 PM	New Orleans, LA	Canal and Charles	Economy	$156	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) at 12/19/2025 8:10:00 PM to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 5:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $156 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 40m
Greyhound US	26h 0m	4:30 AM	Indianapolis	Central Bus Station	5:30 AM	New Orleans, LA	Canal and Charles	Economy	$166	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) at 12/19/2025 4:30:00 AM to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 5:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $166 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 0m
Greyhound US	19h 20m	11:25 AM	Indianapolis	Central Bus Station	5:45 AM	New Orleans, LA	Canal and Charles	Economy	$175	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) at 12/19/2025 11:25:00 AM to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 12/20/2025 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $175 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 20m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	31h 0m	11:30 PM	Indianapolis	Washington / Delaware	5:30 AM	New Orleans, LA	Canal and Charles	Economy	$166	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Washington / Delaware, Indianapolis (USA) at 12/20/2025 11:30:00 PM to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 12/22/2025 5:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $166 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 0m
FlixBus	23h 30m	6:25 PM	Indianapolis	Downtown Transit Center	4:55 PM	New Orleans, LA	Central Bus Station	Economy	$167	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Transit Center, Indianapolis (USA) at 12/20/2025 6:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 12/21/2025 4:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $167 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 30m
Greyhound US	26h 5m	3:50 PM	Indianapolis	Central Bus Station	4:55 PM	New Orleans, LA	Central Bus Station	Economy	$167	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) at 12/20/2025 3:50:00 PM to Central Bus Station, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 12/21/2025 4:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $167 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 5m
Greyhound US	19h 20m	11:25 AM	Indianapolis	Central Bus Station	5:45 AM	New Orleans, LA	Canal and Charles	Economy	$168	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) at 12/20/2025 11:25:00 AM to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 12/21/2025 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $168 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 20m
Greyhound US	22h 40m	8:10 PM	Indianapolis	Central Bus Station	5:50 PM	New Orleans, LA	Central Bus Station	Economy	$169	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) at 12/20/2025 8:10:00 PM to Central Bus Station, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 12/21/2025 5:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $169 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	23h 30m	6:25 PM	Indianapolis	Downtown Transit Center	4:55 PM	New Orleans, LA	Central Bus Station	Economy	$171	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Transit Center, Indianapolis (USA) at 12/21/2025 6:25:00 PM to Central Bus Station, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 12/22/2025 4:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $171 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 30m
FlixBus	31h 0m	11:30 PM	Indianapolis	Downtown Transit Center	5:30 AM	New Orleans, LA	Central Bus Station	Economy	$171	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Transit Center, Indianapolis (USA) at 12/21/2025 11:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 12/23/2025 5:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $171 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 0m
Greyhound US	22h 40m	8:10 PM	Indianapolis	Central Bus Station	5:50 PM	New Orleans, LA	Central Bus Station	Economy	$172	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) at 12/21/2025 8:10:00 PM to Central Bus Station, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 12/22/2025 5:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $172 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 40m
Greyhound US	19h 20m	11:25 AM	Indianapolis	Central Bus Station	5:45 AM	New Orleans, LA	Central Bus Station	Economy	$176	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) at 12/21/2025 11:25:00 AM to Central Bus Station, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 12/22/2025 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $176 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 20m
FlixBus	27h 30m	3:15 AM	Indianapolis	Downtown Transit Center	5:45 AM	New Orleans, LA	Central Bus Station	Economy	$179	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Downtown Transit Center, Indianapolis (USA) at 12/21/2025 3:15:00 AM to Central Bus Station, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 12/22/2025 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $179 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 30m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Greyhound US	26h 5m	3:50 PM	Indianapolis	Central Bus Station	4:55 PM	New Orleans, LA	Canal and Charles	Economy	$163	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) at 12/23/2025 3:50:00 PM to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 12/24/2025 4:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $163 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 5m
FlixBus	31h 0m	11:30 PM	Indianapolis	Washington / Delaware	5:30 AM	New Orleans, LA	Canal and Charles	Economy	$166	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Washington / Delaware, Indianapolis (USA) at 12/23/2025 11:30:00 PM to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 12/25/2025 5:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $166 per person are available. Travel duration is 31h 0m
FlixBus	27h 30m	3:15 AM	Indianapolis	Washington / Delaware	5:45 AM	New Orleans, LA	Canal and Charles	Economy	$167	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Washington / Delaware, Indianapolis (USA) at 12/23/2025 3:15:00 AM to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 12/24/2025 5:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $167 per person are available. Travel duration is 27h 30m
FlixBus	23h 30m	6:25 PM	Indianapolis	Washington / Delaware	4:55 PM	New Orleans, LA	Canal and Charles	Economy	$169	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Washington / Delaware, Indianapolis (USA) at 12/23/2025 6:25:00 PM to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 12/24/2025 4:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $169 per person are available. Travel duration is 23h 30m
Greyhound US	22h 40m	8:10 PM	Indianapolis	Central Bus Station	5:50 PM	New Orleans, LA	Canal and Charles	Economy	$171	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Central Bus Station, Indianapolis (USA) at 12/23/2025 8:10:00 PM to Canal and Charles, New Orleans, LA (USA) arriving at 12/24/2025 5:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $171 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 40m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA is $152 on 12/19/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Indianapolis and New Orleans, LA

See here how frequent the connections between Indianapolis and New Orleans, LA are, during different times and days of the week.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 14 daily buses from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between Indianapolis and New Orleans, LA.

The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 18 buses from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Indianapolis and New Orleans, LA, with 6 offers.

Facts about the bus from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 10 times every day by bus from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA starting from $152!

Cheapest Bus	$152
Fastest Bus	18h 20m
Earliest Bus	3:15 AM
Latest Bus	11:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	10 Ø
Distance	712.3 miles
Bus Companies	Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA

Every day, 10 buses from 2 bus companies leave Indianapolis for New Orleans, LA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/17/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

$152

Saturday 12/20

$166

Sunday 12/21

$171

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

$163

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

Sunday 12/28

Monday 12/29

Tuesday 12/30

Wednesday 12/31

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The cheapest time to travel from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $152, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $171.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA, with $152. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $168.

How to save money travelling from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Indianapolis and New Orleans, LA

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Indianapolis and New Orleans, LA.

Mile Square

Monument Circle 2250

Washington / Delaware

E Washington St between N Delaware St and N Alabama St

Central Bus Station

Greyhound Bus Station

S Illinois St 350

S Keystone Avenue

S Keystone Avenue 3649

Canal and Charles

St Charles Ave 100-102

Central Bus Station

Union Passenger Terminal

Loyola Ave 1001

Canal St

Poydras @ St Charles

Service and Comfort on the bus from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA? Or which bus companies serve the route Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA bus

How much does a Indianapolis New Orleans, LA bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $152 and takes 30h 0m to reach New Orleans, LA. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $152 and $259. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to New Orleans, LA.

On average, how many connections are available from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA each day?

Every day, the Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA bus route is served by approximately 10 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA take?

The fastest bus from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA is offered by Greyhound US and takes 18h 20m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $175. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA?

The earliest bus arriving in New Orleans, LA from Indianapolis starts at 3:15 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA?

The latest bus trip departing from Indianapolis for New Orleans, LA starts at 11:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Indianapolis New Orleans, LA route?

When traveling by bus from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and New Orleans, LA?

You can check all the direct connections between Indianapolis and New Orleans, LA by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Indianapolis New Orleans, LA bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Indianapolis New Orleans, LA bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA?

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Indianapolis to New Orleans, LA

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Indianapolis and to New Orleans, LA

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Indianapolis and to New Orleans, LA. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!