- 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 on Aug 29
€196
Average ticket price on Aug 29
€196
Fastest journey on Aug 29
1 d 8 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
1 d 8 h 5 m
Buses on Aug 29
1
Distance
1090 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Wichita, 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 Wichita, KS to New Orleans, LA will cost around €196 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €196.
It's difficult to get from Wichita, KS to New Orleans, LA without transferring at least once.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wichita, KS to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €97 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 19h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €97, while a train costs an average of €305.
Distance: 677 miles (1090 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€97 Average price Cheapest | €305 Average price | €136 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 40m Average total duration Fastest 19h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 33h 35m Average total duration 33h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Wichita, KS to New Orleans, LA:
A bus is €208 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Wichita, KS to New Orleans, LA costing on average €305.
Other travel options to New Orleans, LA take longer:
Train takes on average 33h 5m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:50AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 25h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 25h50 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €74 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 20h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €70 |
Operator Greyhound USA | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 32h05 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price €196 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 23h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 26h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 25h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €71 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 22h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €70 |
The table below shows live departures for Wichita, KS to New Orleans, LA buses for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus+ · | 2:25 PM Wichita, Transit Center | 22h30 | 12:55 PM New Orleans, LA | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ · · | 2:25 PM Wichita, Transit Center | 25h30 | 3:55 PM Kenner, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (Airline Dr) | 3 transfers | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
![]() | 11:05 AM Wichita, KS | 32h05 | 7:10 PM New Orleans, LA | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Wichita, KS to New Orleans, LA run on average 3 times per day, taking around 19h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €77 if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 677 miles (1090 km) distance in 20h 0m.
Distance 677 miles (1090 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €77 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 20h 0m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:00 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 Wichita, 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 Wichita, KS to New Orleans, LA buses use the Wichita, Transit Center 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 Wichita, KS and New Orleans, LA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Wichita, Transit Center has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Wichita, Transit Center. ATMs are available at Wichita, Transit Center.
Ticket office support is available at Wichita, Transit Center.
Available at Wichita, Transit Center: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wichita, Transit Center: Accessible entry, but no elevators.
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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