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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Spring Garden Street
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans, Union Terminal, 1001 Loyola Ave.
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$177
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Spring Garden Street
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans, Union Terminal, 1001 Loyola Ave.
    Operated by
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$188
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Spring Garden Street
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans, Union Terminal, 1001 Loyola Ave.
    Operated by
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$230
  • Departure time: April 26 at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Cherry Hill Mall
    Arrival time: April 28 at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans, Union Terminal, 1001 Loyola Ave.
    Operated by
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
    US$178
Bus Philadelphia to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Bus Philadelphia to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$149
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 12h
Number of daily buses9
Earliest bus departure3:15 AM
Distance1755 km
Latest bus departure11:35 PM

Philadelphia to New Orleans Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Buses9
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures3:15AM - 11:35PM
Minimum PriceUS$126
Average Ticket PriceUS$149
Minimum Trip Duration1d4h
Average Bus Trip Duration1d12h
Distance1755 km
Bus companies on this routeFlixBus, Greyhound
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Philadelphia - New Orleans

The average bus ticket price from Philadelphia to New Orleans is US$149. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Philadelphia to New Orleans is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

The average travel time between Philadelphia and New Orleans is around 1d 12h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 4h.This is the time it takes to travel the 1754 km that separates the two cities.

The number of buses from Philadelphia to New Orleans can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Philadelphia to New Orleans by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the bus from Philadelphia to New Orleans, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound.

Buses travelling between Philadelphia and New Orleans leave from Bus Station or Philadelphia Airport and arrive at Union Passenger Terminal.

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Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
04-24
US$143
04-25
US$142
Today
US$165
04-27
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04-28
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04-29
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05-01
US$136
The cheapest trip from Philadelphia to New Orleans was searched and found on May 1, 2024 with a price of US$136

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

You can expect to pay from US$136 to US$167 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$136 which is on 2024-05-01.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Philadelphia to New Orleans, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Philadelphia to New Orleans.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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