What is the travel distance from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

About 1088 miles (1754 km) separate New Orleans and Philadelphia.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

The majority of buses traveling from New Orleans to Philadelphia start their journey at Union Passenger Terminal and wind up at Philadelphia Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Philadelphia?

Once in Philadelphia, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Betsy Ross House, Schuylkill River Trail, Philadelphia's Magic Gardens, National Museum of Jewish History and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Bus New Orleans to Philadelphia from $120 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Philadelphia on November 3
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	6:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 19h	2:35pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	3:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	3:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	11:15pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 14h	3:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 10h	12:40am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Philadelphia on November 4
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 13h	11:40am	Cherry Hill Mall	Cheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	3:50am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	Fastest
	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	3:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 8h	5:35pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 10h	12:40am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Philadelphia on November 5
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	9:10pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 4h	2:15am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	CheapestFastest
	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 5h	3:00pm	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	8:05am	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 6h	3:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags
	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 10h	12:40am	199 Spring Garden St.	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	1:00pm	New Orleans Bus Station	1d 10h	12:20am	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	No tags

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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 $107, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

1d 11hAverage Duration

1088 milesDistance

44kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$107 - $448	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$171 - $1,919	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 159kg CO₂e

Bus New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$167

Average bus trip duration1d 11h

Number of daily buses26

Earliest bus departure5:10am

Distance1088 miles (1754 km)

Latest bus departure11:15pm

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Greyhound

3.5/587,346 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

4/55,561 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, Sindbad, Infobus, Gontijo, Rider Express

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Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Philadelphia?

Stops in New Orleans

A - Union Passenger Terminal

Stops in Philadelphia

A - Philadelphia Airport

B - Independence Travel Center

C - #2842 St.Vincent St

D - Bus Station

E - Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS

F - NRG SEPTA Station

Frequently asked questions for your trip New Orleans - Philadelphia, PA

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10/30

$234

10/31

$219

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$165

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$271

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$229

11/04

$156

11/05

$151

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The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Nov 5, 2025 with a price of $151

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 $151 to $372 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 $151 which is on 2025-11-05.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between New Orleans and Philadelphia!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from New Orleans to Philadelphia, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by bus 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 New Orleans to Philadelphia.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from New Orleans to Philadelphia, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 11h	Avg Price$167	Daily Departures26
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 8h	Avg Price$298	Daily Departures3

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Bus Tickets from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA

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Frequently asked questions for your trip New Orleans - Philadelphia, PA

What is the travel distance from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

What are the best sights and things to do in Philadelphia?

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