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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | South Bend | New Orleans Bus Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | Bus | South Bend | New Orleans Bus Station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | South Bend | New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from South Bend to New Orleans
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $124, 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 South Bend 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 South Bend to New Orleans?
The cheapest bus tickets from South Bend to New Orleans start from $124. 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 South Bend to New Orleans?
The average bus trip duration from South Bend to New Orleans is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 836 miles (1349 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 55m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the South Bend to New Orleans route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from South Bend to New Orleans?
The earliest bus departs from South Bend to New Orleans at 8:50am. And the latest bus departs at 6:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from South Bend to New Orleans?
A bus trip from South Bend to New Orleans generates an estimated 34 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from South Bend to New Orleans was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $117To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from South Bend to New Orleans, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $117 to $232 for a bus ticket from South Bend to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $120 which is on 2026-01-30.
What's the cheapest way to go from South Bend to New Orleans?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
