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

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Cincinnati start from $112. The average price for this route is around $227. 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 Cincinnati?

The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Cincinnati is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 707 miles (1139 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 35m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Cincinnati route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Cincinnati?

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Cincinnati at 8:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to Cincinnati generates an estimated 28 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

Bus New Orleans to Cincinnati from $110 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Cincinnati on January 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	5:15pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 35m	3:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 7h	5:05pm	Cincinnati (Downtown)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 7h	5:15pm	Cincinnati (University of Cincinnati)	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Cincinnati on January 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 3h	5:15pm	Cincinnati Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	8:20am	New Orleans Bus Station	18h 35m	3:55am	Cincinnati Bus Station	Fastest

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Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Cincinnati

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach Cincinnati. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just $112, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

707 milesDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$112 - $367	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$199 - $1,053	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Cincinnati?

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Stops in Cincinnati

A
Greyhound Station
1005 Gilbert Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45202
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B
Northland Blvd
290-322 Northland Blvd, Springdale, OH 45246, USA
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Greyhound

3.5/587,494 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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.

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans to Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Cincinnati start from $112. The average price for this route is around $227. 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 Cincinnati?
The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Cincinnati is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 707 miles (1139 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Cincinnati route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Cincinnati?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Cincinnati at 8:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Cincinnati?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Cincinnati generates an estimated 28 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.

Best price found

01/09

$221

01/10

No data

Today

$210

01/12

$189

01/13

$198

01/14

$198

01/15

$183

01/16

No data

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Cincinnati was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $183

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 Cincinnati, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $183 to $272 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Cincinnati based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $183 which is on 2026-01-15.