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Journey Information
There are 7 intercity buses per day from Baton Rouge to Montgomery. Traveling by bus from Baton Rouge to Montgomery usually takes around 8 hours and 26 minutes, but the fastest Tornado Bus bus can make the trip in 5 hours and 37 minutes.
Distance | 314 mi (506 km) |
Shortest duration | 5h 37m |
Cheapest price | $59.99 |
Trips per day | 4 |
Most frequent service | Greyhound |
Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Baton Rouge to Montgomery?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Baton Rouge to Montgomery that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Greyhound usually offers more choice, with 7 scheduled trips per day.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Greyhound | 7 | 8h 27m | $86.74 |
Tornado Bus | 2 | 5h 39m | $225.03 |
Greyhound is the largest nationwide bus carrier in the United States, offering cheap, safe and reliable service across the country. Greyhound has become a household name, serving over 16 million passengers per year with daily trips to over 2,400 destinations. Greyhound performs about 7 bus trips from Baton Rouge to Montgomery every day, with the average journey taking around 8 hours and 27 minutes to complete. Bus tickets for Greyhound trips to Montgomery usually start from $60.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 8 hours and 26 minutes to cover the 506 kilometers from Baton Rouge to Montgomery. However, the fastest bus only takes 5 hours and 37 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Montgomery, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 3:00am and the last bus leaves at 7:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Baton Rouge to Montgomery, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Baton Rouge
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The humbler and more genial cousin of New Orleans, Baton Rouge is an attractive city with a rich history and remarkable cultural landmarks. The top destination in Baton Rouge is Louisiana's Old State Capitol. Boasting a Gothic Revival architectural style and awe-inspiring towers, the building is now a museum with numerous exhibits about the state's history. Next, visit the USS Kidd, considered one of the world's most authentically restored marine vessels. For those interested in rural American life, check out the LSU Rural Museum, whose exhibitions focus on the working classes of the 18th and 19th centuries.
Baton Rouge's food scene is just as vibrant as New Orleans', with a wide range of options to choose from. Those who love fine dining should not miss out on St Francisville Inn & Restaurant, which offers Southern specialties and amazing pub dishes. For a more unique taste, check out Cocha, which offers seasonal local dishes.
Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport is the main airport in the city, located just 10 miles north of downtown. The city's bus terminal on Florida Blvd serves Amtrak trains as well as intercity Greyhound and Jefferson Lines buses.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Baton Rouge?
Main departure station: Baton Rouge Park & Ride
Buses to Montgomery leave from 3 stations in Baton Rouge.
All bus stations in Baton Rouge:
Baton Rouge Park & Ride
Chevron Gas Station
Albertsons Bakery
Where does the bus arrive in Montgomery?
Main arrival station: 495 Molton St
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Montgomery.
Bus stations in Montgomery:
495 Molton St
980 W South Blvd
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