Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | New Orleans Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | New Orleans Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | New Orleans Bus Station | Downtown Greyhound Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | New Orleans Bus Station | 537-517 W. Jackson Blvd | No tags | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | New Orleans Bus Station | Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Chicago
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours, and with fares starting at just $125, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Chicago?
Stops in Chicago
- A630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
- 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Chicago 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 New Orleans to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Chicago start from $125. The average price for this route is around $163. 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 New Orleans to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from New Orleans to Chicago is 1d 2h, covering a distance of 1345 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 50m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Chicago route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New Orleans to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Chicago at 6:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Chicago?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Chicago generates an estimated 33.606275000000004 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 New Orleans to Chicago?
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 87531 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Chicago?
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 New Orleans to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans to Chicago?
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.
The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Chicago was searched and found on Apr 3, 2026 with a price of $210To 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 $210 to $451 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 $210 which is on 2026-04-03.
What's the cheapest way to go from New Orleans to Chicago?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
