The cheapest and fastest buses from New Orleans, LA to Dayton, OH
Cheapest price
$265
Average price
$279
Fastest journey
22 h 5 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 5 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
1214 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from New Orleans, LA to Dayton, OH is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from New Orleans, LA to Dayton, OH will cost around $279 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $265.
It's difficult to get from New Orleans, LA to Dayton, OH without transferring at least 2 times.
8:20 AM22h05New Orleans, LA6:25 AMDayton, OH$2651One-way3 transfers
8:20 AM28h04New Orleans, LA12:24 PMDayton, OH$2931One-way2 transfers
8:20 AM22h05New Orleans, LA6:25 AMDayton, OH$2651One-way3 transfers
8:20 AM28h04New Orleans, LA12:24 PMDayton, OH$2931One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for New Orleans, LA to Dayton, OH
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from New Orleans, LA to Dayton, OH among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $313. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $313, and a flight costs an average of $460.
Distance: 754 miles (1214 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$317 Average price Cheapest | $475 Average price | $173 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
29h 0m Average total duration 28h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration Fastest 5h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from New Orleans, LA to Dayton, OH:
A bus is $158 (€129) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from New Orleans, LA to Dayton, OH costing on average $475 (€389).
Other travel options to Dayton, OH take longer:
Bus takes on average 28h 30m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
New Orleans, LA to Dayton, OH Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 28h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $313 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 06:31AM | Duration 22h11 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $265 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 28h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $155 |
Live departures
New Orleans, LA to Dayton, OH bus times
The table below shows live departures for New Orleans, LA to Dayton, OH buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus+![]() | 8:50 PM New Orleans, LA | 28h40 | 2:30 AM Dayton, Old Troy Pike (Marathon Gas & Tavern), OH | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 8:20 AM New Orleans, LA | 22h05 | 6:25 AM Dayton, OH | 3 transfers | |
![]() | 8:20 AM New Orleans, LA | 28h04 | 12:24 PM Dayton, OH | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from New Orleans, LA to Dayton, OH
Buses from New Orleans, LA to Dayton, OH run on average 1 times per day, taking around 28h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $313 (€256) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 754 miles (1214 km) distance in 28h 20m.
Distance 754 miles (1214 km) |
Average bus duration 28h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $313 (€256) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 28h 20m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Greyhound from New Orleans, LA to Dayton, OHYou can travel by bus between New Orleans, LA to Dayton, OH with Greyhound for as low as $313 (€256). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from New Orleans, LA to Dayton, OH
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from New Orleans, LA to Dayton, OH 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 Dayton, OH, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
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- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
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- $15 per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from New Orleans, LA to Dayton, OH
Most New Orleans, LA to Dayton, OH buses use the New Orleans, LA to Dayton, Old Troy Pike (Marathon Gas & Tavern) station pair. Use this guide to compare New Orleans, LA and Dayton, OH bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Dayton, Old Troy Pike (Marathon Gas & Tavern) from Dayton city centre
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