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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 7 September at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    Arrival time: 9 September at
    Destination city: Baton Rouge
    Destination location: Greyhound Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 September at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: 8 September at
    Destination city: Baton Rouge
    Destination location: Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 September at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: 9 September at
    Destination city: Baton Rouge
    Destination location: Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 September at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: 8 September at
    Destination city: Baton Rouge
    Destination location: Greyhound Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 7 September at
    Departure city: New York City
    Departure location: New York Port Authority
    Arrival time: 9 September at
    Destination city: Baton Rouge
    Destination location: LSU Chevron Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New York City to Baton Rouge

Bus
Average priceUS$116 - US$330Average duration1d 15h
48kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$396 - US$1,395Average duration2d 4h
175kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from New York City to Baton Rouge

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Baton Rouge. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just US$116, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

46bus per day
1d 15hAverage duration
US$116Cheapest ticket
48kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New York City to Baton Rouge: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$180
Average bus trip duration1d 15h
Number of daily buses46
Earliest bus departure01:30
Distance1193 miles
Latest bus departure23:59

New York City to Baton Rouge Bus

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Bus service from New York City to Baton Rouge will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses travelling from New York City to Baton Rouge, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.

Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Baton Rouge

  1. How far is Baton Rouge from New York City by coach?

    The journey from New York City to Baton Rouge by coach covers an approximate distance of 1192 miles (1922 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Baton Rouge from New York City without flying?

    You can choose the coach to travel this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Baton Rouge was searched and found on 7 Sept 2025 with a price of US$116

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

You can expect to pay from US$116 to US$178 for a bus ticket from New York City to Baton Rouge based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$116, which is on 2025-09-07.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

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