- Must visit
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
$268
Average price
$272
Fastest journey
1 d 15 m
Average duration
1 d 3 h 55 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
1133 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Topeka, KS 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 Topeka, KS to New Orleans, LA will cost around $272 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $268.
It's difficult to get from Topeka, KS to New Orleans, LA without transferring at least once.






Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Topeka, KS to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $181. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $181, and a train costs an average of $474.
Distance: 704 miles (1133 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$230 Average price | $474 Average price | $181 Average price Cheapest | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
21h 35m Average total duration 21h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30h 29m Average total duration 29h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 26m Average total duration Fastest 5h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Topeka, KS to New Orleans, LA:
A flight is $49 (€40) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Topeka, KS to New Orleans, LA costing on average $230 (€189).
A flight is $293 (€242) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Topeka, KS to New Orleans, LA costing on average $474 (€391).
Other travel options to New Orleans, LA take longer:
Bus takes on average 21h 5m.
Train takes on average 29h 59m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 28h45 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 23h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $132 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 35h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $268 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 29h20 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 01:05PM | Duration 23h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $230 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 24h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $273 |
The table below shows live departures for Topeka, KS to New Orleans, LA buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:35 PM Topeka, KS | 24h15 | 5:50 PM New Orleans, LA | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:35 PM Topeka, KS | 24h15 | 5:50 PM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
![]() | 7:55 AM Topeka, KS | 35h15 | 7:10 PM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Topeka, KS to New Orleans, LA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 21h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $230 (€189) but you can travel from only $181 (€149) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 06:10, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 704 miles (1133 km) distance in 23h 10m.
Distance 704 miles (1133 km) |
Average bus duration 21h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $230 (€189) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 23h 10m |
First bus 6:10 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
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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 Topeka, KS 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 Topeka, KS to New Orleans, LA buses use the Topeka, SE Quincy St / SE 6th Ave 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 Topeka, KS and New Orleans, LA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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