How much is the bus ticket from Kankakee to New Orleans?

The cheapest bus tickets from Kankakee to New Orleans start from $153. The average price for this route is around $215. 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 Kankakee to New Orleans?

The average bus travel time from Kankakee to New Orleans is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1259 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Kankakee to New Orleans route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kankakee to New Orleans?

The earliest bus departs from Kankakee to New Orleans at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kankakee to New Orleans?

A bus trip from Kankakee to New Orleans generates an estimated 31 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Kankakee to New Orleans from $168 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Kankakee to New Orleans on December 28
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:15pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	23h 35m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	4:25am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1d 1h	5:45am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:15pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1d 21h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures for Kankakee to New Orleans on December 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:15pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	23h 35m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	4:25am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1d 1h	5:45am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:15pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1d 21h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures for Kankakee to New Orleans on December 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:15pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	23h 35m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	4:25am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1d 1h	5:45am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:15pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1d 21h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures for Kankakee to New Orleans on December 31
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:15pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	23h 35m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:40am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1d 15h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:15pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1d 21h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures for Kankakee to New Orleans on January 1
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:15pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	23h 35m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:40am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1d 15h	4:55pm	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:15pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1d 21h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures for Kankakee to New Orleans on January 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:15pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	23h 35m	5:50pm	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	4:25am	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1d 1h	5:45am	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	6:15pm	Kankakee (Ricky Rocket Fuel Center)	1d 21h	3:55pm	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Kankakee to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $153, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

1259 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$153 - $466	Average Duration1d 1h	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$184 - $812	Average Duration22h 32m	CO₂ emissions 115kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Kankakee and New Orleans?

Stops in Kankakee

A
Kankakee Bus Station
2125 S Schuyler Ave, Kankakee, IL 60901, USA
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B
Taco Del Norte - Kankakee
107 Village Square Shopping CTR, Bradley, IL 60915, USA

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,772 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11772 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $175

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kankakee 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 Kankakee to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kankakee to New Orleans start from $153. The average price for this route is around $215. 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 Kankakee to New Orleans?
The average bus travel time from Kankakee to New Orleans is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 1259 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Kankakee to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kankakee to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from Kankakee to New Orleans at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 6:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kankakee to New Orleans?
A bus trip from Kankakee to New Orleans generates an estimated 31 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12-25

No data

12-26

$165

Today

$190

12-28

$168

12-29

$190

12-30

$168

12-31

No data

The cheapest trip from Kankakee to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 26, 2025 with a price of $165

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

You can expect to pay from $165 to $190 for a bus ticket from Kankakee to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $168 which is on 2025-12-28.