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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Covington | New Orleans Bus Station | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:18 PM EST.
Get from Covington to New Orleans
The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Covington, KY 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 Covington to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Covington to New Orleans start from $125. The average price for this route is around $226. 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 Covington to New Orleans?
The average bus trip duration from Covington to New Orleans is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 708 miles (1141 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Covington to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Covington to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Covington to New Orleans at 1:15am. And the latest bus departs at 1:15am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Covington to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Covington to New Orleans generates an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Covington, KY to New Orleans was searched and found on Jan 28, 2026 with a price of $185To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Covington, KY to New Orleans, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $185 to $301 for a bus ticket from Covington, KY to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $185 which is on 2026-01-28.
