How much is the bus ticket from Lafayette to New York City?

The cheapest bus tickets from Lafayette to New York City start at R 2 392. The average price for this route is around R 3 981. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Lafayette to New York City?

The average bus journey time from Lafayette to New York City is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 2011 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Lafayette to New York City route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 51 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lafayette to New York City?

The earliest bus departs from Lafayette to New York City at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lafayette to New York City?

A bus trip from Lafayette to New York City produces an estimated 50 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Lafayette to New York City?

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 87412 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lafayette to New York City?

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Lafayette to New York City?

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 Lafayette to New York City?

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 Lafayette to New York City from R 2 258 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Lafayette to New York City on 5 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:50	Lafayette Transit System	1d 9h	10:40	New York Port Authority	No tags
	Bus	23:50	Lafayette Transit System	1d 14h	15:05	GW Bridge	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	23:50	Lafayette Transit System	1d 10h	10:55	Chinatown	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	23:50	Lafayette Transit System	1d 10h	11:30	NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	23:50	Lafayette Transit System	1d 20h	21:00	NYC Chinatown Lucky Star	No tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Lafayette to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 392, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

51bus per day

1d 14hAverage duration

2011 kmDistance

50kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 2 392 - R 10 618	Average duration1d 14h	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 4 121 - R 35 896	Average duration2d	CO₂ emissions 182kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Lafayette and New York City?

Stops in Lafayette

A
TA Travel Center - Lafayette
1701 N University Ave, Lafayette, LA 70507, USA
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B
Lafayette A and J Travel Bus Station
100 Lee Ave, Lafayette, LA 70501
C
Lafayette Bus Stop
2405 Cameron St, Lafayette, LA, USA

Stops in New York City

A
New York Port Authority
40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
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B
GW Bridge
4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
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C
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004
D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA
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E
Chinatown - E Broadway
127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
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F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 415 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 528 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 Lafayette, LA to New York City by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Lafayette to New York City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Lafayette to New York City start at R 2 392. The average price for this route is around R 3 981. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Lafayette to New York City?
The average bus journey time from Lafayette to New York City is 1d 14h, covering a distance of 2011 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Lafayette to New York City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 51 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Lafayette to New York City?
The earliest bus departs from Lafayette to New York City at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 22:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Lafayette to New York City?
A bus trip from Lafayette to New York City produces an estimated 50 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Lafayette to New York City?
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 87412 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Lafayette to New York City?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Lafayette to New York City?
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 Lafayette to New York City?
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

03/12

R 4 222

04/12

R 2 311

Today

R 4 569

06/12

R 2 276

07/12

No data

08/12

R 2 432

09/12

No data

10/12

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The cheapest trip from Lafayette, LA to New York City was searched and found on 06 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 276

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 276 to R 5 056 for a bus ticket from Lafayette, LA to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 276, which is on 2025-12-06.