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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 | Cheapest | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Indianapolis Bus Station | New Orleans Bus Station | Fastest | |||||
 | Greyhound Amtrak Station | Union Passenger Terminal | No tags | |||||
| Indianapolis Bus Station | New Orleans Bus Station | No tags | |||||
 | Downtown Transit Center | New Orleans Bus Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 £88, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Indianapolis and New Orleans?
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Indianapolis to New Orleans
What's the distance between Indianapolis and New Orleans by coach?
The distance between Indianapolis and New Orleans by coach is approximately 713 miles (1150 km).
How can I travel from Indianapolis to New Orleans avoiding air travel?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.
Find cheapest prices for buses
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 27 Nov 2025 with a price of £99To 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 £99 to £548 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 £99, which is on 2025-11-27.
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
