Bus from New York City to Memphis, TN: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for New York City to Memphis on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Brooklyn (3 Av/38th St)
Memphis Bus StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
Memphis Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New York Port Authority
Memphis Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
New York Port Authority
Memphis Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
New York Port Authority
Memphis Bus StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New York City to Memphis

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Memphis. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $173, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

35bus per day
1d 7hAverage Duration
1537 kmDistance
38kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$173 - $742Average Duration1d 7h
38kg CO₂e
Average Price$295 - $2,446Average Duration1d 20h
140kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Memphis, TN by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from New York City to Memphis?

    The cheapest bus tickets from New York City to Memphis start from $173. The average price for this route is around $240. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from New York City to Memphis?

    The average bus travel time from New York City to Memphis is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1537 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 19h 15m and is operated by Wanda Coach.

  3. Which bus companies service the New York City to Memphis route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 35 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Wanda Coach, FlixBus.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New York City to Memphis?

    The earliest bus departs from New York City to Memphis at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New York City to Memphis?

    A bus trip from New York City to Memphis generates an estimated 38 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from New York City to Memphis?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87387 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New York City to Memphis?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from New York City to Memphis?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New York City to Memphis?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11-27
$216
11-28
$462
Today
$216
11-30
$443
12-01
$216
12-02
$247
12-03
$237
12-04
$216
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New York City to Memphis, TN was searched and found on Nov 27, 2025 with a price of $216

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York City to Memphis, TN, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $216 to $624 for a bus ticket from New York City to Memphis, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $216 which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from New York City to Memphis, TN?

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