How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Philadelphia start from $134. The average price for this route is around $215. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Philadelphia is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1087 miles (1753 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Philadelphia route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , Amtrak .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Philadelphia at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

A bus trip from New Orleans to Philadelphia generates an estimated 44 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.

Which bus company has the most timely service from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak , with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak , with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Bus New Orleans to Philadelphia from $126 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Philadelphia on January 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	9:30am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 6h	4:42pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 4h	2:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	9:30am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 6h	4:42pm	30th Street Station	No tags
	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 6h	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 14h	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Philadelphia on January 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 14h	12:45pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 4h	2:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 6h	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 14h	3:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 10h	12:40am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:32 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $134, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

25bus per day

1d 11hAverage Duration

1087 milesDistance

44kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$134 - $472	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$171 - $1,703	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 159kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Philadelphia?

Stops in New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
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B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
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C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,486 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Amtrak

4/55,712 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Philadelphia start from $134. The average price for this route is around $215. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from New Orleans to Philadelphia?
The average bus trip duration from New Orleans to Philadelphia is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1087 miles (1753 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Philadelphia route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Philadelphia at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Philadelphia generates an estimated 44 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from New Orleans to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5696 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Philadelphia?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Amtrak has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the most timely service from New Orleans to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from New Orleans to Philadelphia?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 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

01/04

$297

01/05

$246

Today

$232

01/07

$164

01/08

$164

01/09

$175

01/10

No data

01/11

$138

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Jan 11, 2026 with a price of $138

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

You can expect to pay from $138 to $744 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $138 which is on 2026-01-11.