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New Orleans Museum of Art
Leading art museum in City Park with major European, American, African, and contemporary collections plus a renowned sculpture garden.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$97
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$100
Fastest journey on Sep 20
18 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
23 h 48 m
Buses on Sep 20
4
Distance
1004 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
It's difficult to get from Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA without transferring at least once.
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· · · Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $141 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $141, while a flight costs an average of $609.
Distance: 623 miles (1004 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$141 Average price Cheapest | $609 Average price | $145 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
19h 40m Average total duration 19h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration Fastest 4h 17m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA:
A bus is $468 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA costing on average $609.
Other travel options to New Orleans, LA take longer:
Bus takes on average 19h 10m.
Tickets start at around $141 compared to roughly $145 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $5. The journey takes 19h 10m versus 10h 10m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 23h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 18h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $89 |
The table below shows live departures for Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA buses for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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· | 1:55 PM Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 19h40 | 8:35 AM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
· · | 10:55 PM Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 18h55 | 4:50 PM New Orleans, LA | 2 transfers | |
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· | 7:25 AM Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 23h05 | 5:30 AM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
· · · | 7:25 AM Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station), KY | 33h30 | 3:55 PM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 3 transfers | |
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Buses from Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 19h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $98 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:35, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 623 miles (1004 km) distance in 13h 55m.
Distance 623 miles (1004 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $98 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 13h 55m |
First bus 3:35 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of New Orleans, LA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect New Orleans, LA trip today.
Leading art museum in City Park with major European, American, African, and contemporary collections plus a renowned sculpture garden.
Powerful museum using immersive exhibits to explain World War II through personal stories, artifacts, and major military history.
Smithsonian-affiliated museum devoted to Southern art, design, and culture in a contemporary warehouse district setting.
The city’s most famous neighborhood, packed with historic architecture, music, courtyards, and essential New Orleans street life.
Lively public square facing St. Louis Cathedral, ideal for architecture, performers, and a classic introduction to the city.
Vast urban park with oak groves, lagoons, museums, and trails, offering one of the best green escapes in New Orleans.
A hearty Creole rice dish with sausage, chicken, and seafood. It reflects Spanish, French, and local influences central to New Orleans cooking.
A rich Louisiana stew usually made with roux, okra or filé, and seafood or sausage. It is a signature dish of Creole and Cajun tradition.
A classic po' boy is a French bread sandwich stuffed with fried shrimp, oysters, or roast beef. It is one of the city's most iconic everyday foods.
Celebrated Creole restaurant famous for gumbo z'herbes, turtle soup, and jazz brunch in an elegant Garden District mansion.
Casual landmark for classic po' boys and fried seafood. Expect a lively, old-school New Orleans atmosphere near the French Quarter.
Historic coffee stand best known for beignets and chicory café au lait. It is busy, informal, and one of the city's essential stops.
Moderate for U.S. cities: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but food and transit are reasonable for tourists.
Tip 18-20% at restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, 10-15% for taxis, and spare change or $1 at cafes for good service.
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Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport -> Canal Street, New Orleans, LA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at New Orleans, LA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Louisville, KY to New Orleans, LA buses use the Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station) to New Orleans, LA station pair, with some services arriving at Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr). Use this guide to compare Louisville, KY and New Orleans, LA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station) is 1 km from Louisville city centre. Public transport options include:
Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Vending machines and nearby fast food restaurants.
Free WiFi available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTMs available inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station).
Available at Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Louisville, W Broadway (Greyhound Bus Station): Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
New Orleans, LA is 1 km from New Orleans city centre. Public transport options include:
New Orleans, LA has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at New Orleans, LA. ATMs are available at New Orleans, LA.
Ticket office support is available at New Orleans, LA.
Available at New Orleans, LA: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at New Orleans, LA: Station is wheelchair accessible.
Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) is 1 km from New Orleans city centre. Public transport options include:
Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food outlets nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr). ATMs are available at Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr).
Ticket office support is available at Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr).
Available at Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr): Wheelchair accessible entrance and facilities.
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