How much does a bus ticket from New Orleans to Chicago cost?

The bus ticket price from New Orleans to Chicago starts at R 1 270. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New Orleans to Chicago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

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

The average travel time between New Orleans and Chicago is around 1d 2h, although the fastest bus will take about 18h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1342 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between New Orleans and Chicago?

The number of buses from New Orleans to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New Orleans to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from New Orleans to Chicago?

When taking the bus from New Orleans to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

Bus New Orleans to Chicago from R 1 905 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 35m	21:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 50m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	23h	22:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	21h	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	14:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 50m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	23h	22:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	21h	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	14:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 35m	21:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 35m	21:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 50m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	23h	22:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	21h	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	14:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 35m	21:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 50m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	23h	22:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	21h	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	14:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d	08:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 50m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	00:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	14:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 19 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	23h	07:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	Cheapest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 50m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	Fastest
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	00:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	14:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	21:10	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	23:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 20 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 50m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	23h	22:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	21h	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	14:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 35m	21:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	19h 50m	04:10	Downtown Greyhound Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	23h	22:15	Downtown Greyhound Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	21h	05:20	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	14:10	537-517 W. Jackson Blvd	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	13:00	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 2h	15:55	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	22h 35m	21:50	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Chicago

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 23 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 011, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2train per day

23h 15mAverage duration

1345 kmDistance

122kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 270 - R 5 368	Average duration1d 2h	CO₂ emissions 33kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 011 - R 6 099	Average duration23h 15m	CO₂ emissions 122kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 371 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 303 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Chicago?

Stops in New Orleans

A - Union Passenger Terminal

Stops in Chicago

A - Downtown Greyhound Station

B - Chicago O'Hare International Airport

C - Polk St & Canal St

D - Tornado Bus S Kedzie Ave

E - Cumberland CTA

F - Turimex California Ave

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

How much does a bus ticket from New Orleans to Chicago cost?
The bus ticket price from New Orleans to Chicago starts at R 1 270. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New Orleans to Chicago is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from New Orleans to Chicago?
The average travel time between New Orleans and Chicago is around 1d 2h, although the fastest bus will take about 18h 50m. This is the time it takes to travel the 1342 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between New Orleans and Chicago?
The number of buses from New Orleans to Chicago can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New Orleans to Chicago by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from New Orleans to Chicago?
When taking the bus from New Orleans to Chicago, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

11/11

R 3 565

12/11

R 3 565

Today

R 2 796

14/11

R 2 814

15/11

R 2 150

16/11

R 2 324

17/11

R 2 272

18/11

R 2 359

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Chicago was searched and found on 15 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 150

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 150 to R 3 705 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 150, which is on 2025-11-15.

Usually 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.