Cheap coach tickets from New Orleans to Lexington
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Coach from New Orleans to Lexington: Journey Information
There is one daily coach from New Orleans to Lexington. Travelling by coach from New Orleans to Lexington usually takes around 1 day, 1 hour and 8 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus US coach can make the trip in 1 day and 5 minutes.
- Distance
- 643 mi (1035 km)
- Shortest duration
- 24h 5m
- Cheapest price
- £81.86
- Trips per day
- 1
- Most frequent service
- FlixBus US
- Coach lines
- 1
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New Orleans to Lexington Coach Timetable

There are several coach options that can take you from New Orleans to Lexington:
See more detailsHow much is a coach ticket from New Orleans to Lexington?
Coach tickets for a trip from New Orleans to Lexington cost about £107 when you book at the cheapest time, 8 days ahead. Coach tickets on this route can be a bit expensive due to the length of the trip. But even with a higher price tag, taking the coach is often more affordable than flying to Lexington. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.
Average coach ticket prices from New Orleans to Lexington by travel date
If you're planning to travel by coach from New Orleans to Lexington in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £114 to £133. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 9 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Lexington this week, coach tickets are available starting at £114.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 8 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £67.57 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.
What coach companies travel from New Orleans to Lexington?
There is one intercity coach company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from New Orleans to Lexington. FlixBus US is the only company that has coach timetables available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus US | 1 | 25h 8m | £126.23 |
FlixBus US is the American branch of German coach company FlixBus, known for providing sustainable, affordable, and modern coach travel. The company offers cheap coach tickets to popular urban destinations throughout the United States. FlixBus US coaches include many amenities, including comfortable seats, free WiFi, power sockets at every seat, and an online portal for free entertainment. On average, FlixBus US operates 1 trip per day from New Orleans to Lexington, and the average ticket for this route costs only £126.23.






Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from New Orleans to Lexington
There is usually only one coach per day from New Orleans to Lexington. However, it is not a direct coach, so you will have to get off your original vehicle to change coaches during the trip.
Trips per day
1
Direct trips
0
The coach takes an average of 1 day, 1 hour and 8 minutes to cover the 643 miles from New Orleans to Lexington. However, the fastest coach only takes 1 day and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
643
Distance (km)
1035
There is usually only one coach per day from New Orleans to Lexington. It leaves the station in New Orleans at 23:55 each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
Earliest coach
11:55pm
Latest coach
11:55pm
Thursday is usually the day of the week when coaches 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 coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Lexington, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
Most crowded
Thursday
Least crowded
Sunday
City Information
New Orleans



New Orleans is the most populous city in the southern state of Louisiana and one of the most popular party destinations in the whole world. Known as The Big Easy, New Orleans is famous for its distinct French-Spanish architecture, Creole cuisine, and unique music. Around the globe, New Orleans is best known as the host city of Mardi Gras, a late-winter carnival known for flashy costumes and never-ending street parties. Because of that, NOLA is consistently among the preferred holiday destinations among spring breakers and post-grad travellers.
There’s a lot more to New Orleans than just partying, though. While you’re in town, connect with the artistic side of your personality with a visit to the famed New Orleans Museum of Art where you will find the South’s most impressive collection of French and American art. A visit to the Big Easy will not be complete without stopping by some of the city’s iconic cemeteries. Whether you take a guided tour or you explore on your own, you will learn a lot about the area’s history and urban legends.
New Orleans is one of the main economic and commercial centres of the U.S. Gulf Coast region, and as such it is easily accessible by all kinds of transport. The airport is located not too far from the city centre, while the city’s main coach and train station, the Union Passenger Terminal, is placed right in the heart of downtown New Orleans.
Lexington



Located at the heart of Bluegrass Country, Lexington is sometimes called the horse capital of the world for its thoroughbred stud farms. The second-largest city in Kentucky, Lexington was named after the battle of the American Revolutionary War, and it was founded just a year before the Declaration of Independence was signed.
The presence of some of the nation's brightest minds at the University of Kentucky has helped foster a cultured air and led Lexington to take another nickname, the Athens of the West.
Downtown Lexington remains the place to see and be seen, hosting many of the city's top hotels and a handful of grassroots distilleries. You’ll be happy to know that Lexington is the city with the second cheapest pint of beer on average, so plan to hit up some breweries. Slightly east lies the Gratz Park district, home to several important buildings, including Hunt-Morgan House. A relatively modest red brick structure by today's Lexington standards, it was built by the first millionaire west of the Allegheny Mountains.
Travel to and from Lexington couldn't be simpler, thanks to no less than 180 different coach routes. There's certainly little difficulty reaching the state capital Frankfort, the rock 'n' roll sounds of Memphis, or the laid-back vibes of New Orleans.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in New Orleans?
Main departure station: Union Term - 1001 Loyola Ave

Opened in 1954 to replace the five depots spread throughout the city, the Union Passenger Terminal connects all of New Orleans’ passenger rail into one iconic building. To this day, it remains the largest transport hub in New Orleans and is a key link for travel throughout the Southern United States. Three of Amtrak’s long distance train lines end their service at Union Passenger Terminal: the City of New Orleans line from Chicago, the Crescent line from New York City, and the Sunset Limited line from Los Angeles to New Orleans. Coaches operated by Greyhound and Jefferson Lines also serve this station, as well as public transit which connects to New Orleans’ famous trams. At the station, there are shops, a game room, and food for purchase, and the city’s must-visit French Quarter is just a mile away.
All coach stations in New Orleans:
- Union Term - 1001 Loyola Ave
Where does the coach arrive in Lexington?
Main arrival station: 477 W New Circle Rd NW
The Greyhound coach station in Lexington is located on W New Circle Road, near the Green Acres, Elkhorn Park, and Radcliffe neighbourhoods. It is about three miles from the centre of the city. The coach station has toilets and vending machines inside, but the station has limited hours; be prepared to wait for your coach outside or in one of the surrounding fast-food restaurants. Luckily, the station is in a strip mall that is also home to a bakery, pizza joint, Burger King, and a Family Dollar.
Coach stations in Lexington:
- 477 W New Circle Rd NW

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