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

The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to New Orleans start from $103. The average price for this route is around $174. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Chicago to New Orleans?

The average bus travel time from Chicago to New Orleans is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1328 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 20m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Chicago to New Orleans route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to New Orleans?

The earliest bus departs from Chicago to New Orleans at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

A bus trip from Chicago to New Orleans generates an estimated 33 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Chicago 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 87387 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago 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 Chicago 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 Chicago to New Orleans from $156 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to New Orleans on December 7
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 5h	5:45am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 20m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	20h	5:45am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 6h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to New Orleans on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 5h	5:45am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 20m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	20h	5:45am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 6h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to New Orleans on December 9
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 7h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 20m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 35m	5:45am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 6h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to New Orleans on December 10
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 20m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	8:35am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:00am	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	1d 6h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to New Orleans on December 11
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 5h	5:45am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 20m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 2h	8:35am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to New Orleans on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	11:40pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 5h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 20m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	6:10am	Downtown Greyhound Station	23h 35m	5:45am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to New Orleans on December 13
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:30pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	1d 3h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	10:30pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	19h 20m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	9:45am	Downtown Greyhound Station	20h	5:45am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 3h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	10:50pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	1d 6h	5:30am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to New Orleans

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 23 hours 42 minutes, and with fares starting at just $164, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

23h 42mAverage Duration

1345 kmDistance

122kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$103 - $675	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$164 - $409	Average Duration23h 42m	CO₂ emissions 122kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Chicago and New Orleans?

Stops in Chicago

A
Downtown Greyhound Station
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
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B
Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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C
Polk St & Canal St
500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
D
Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave
2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
E
Cumberland CTA
5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
F
Turimex California Ave
2139 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA

Stops in New Orleans

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

Greyhound

3.5/587,415 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Based on 87415 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at $104

Greyhound Chicago New Orleans recent customer reviews

Terminal bus are a mess. Bus are not comfortable. People are not nice. My first and last time with this company

Melanie C.

May 27, 2019

If everything is ok at that point (which is not granted), I will arrive literally 12 hours late in New Orleans, losing the first night of the accommodation that was already payed for, among other obvious inconveniences.

Paul C.

November 7, 2018

Staff was courteous.

Onterio S.

February 22, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,531 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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

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

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

How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to New Orleans start from $103. The average price for this route is around $174. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to New Orleans?
The average bus travel time from Chicago to New Orleans is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 1328 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 20m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Chicago to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to New Orleans at 5:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Chicago to New Orleans generates an estimated 33 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago 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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to New Orleans?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Chicago 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 Chicago 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

12-03

$309

12-04

$230

Today

$305

12-06

$243

12-07

$189

12-08

$183

12-09

$176

12-10

$172

The cheapest trip from Chicago to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $172

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

You can expect to pay from $172 to $423 for a bus ticket from Chicago to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $172 which is on 2025-12-10.

Usually FlixBus, Greyhound 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.