Bus from New Orleans to Memphis, TN: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Memphis on November 28
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New Orleans Bus Station
Memphis Bus StationCheapest
FlixBusBus
New Orleans Bus Station
Memphis Bus StationFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:20 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans 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 8 hours, and with fares starting at just $73, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
8hAverage Duration
569 kmDistance
14kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$73 - $295Average Duration8h
14kg CO₂e
Average Price$77 - $194Average Duration8h 35m
52kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans 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 Orleans to Memphis?

    The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Memphis start from $73. The average price for this route is around $83. 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 Orleans to Memphis?

    The average bus travel time from New Orleans to Memphis is 8h, covering a distance of 569 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Memphis at 8:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.

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

    A bus trip from New Orleans to Memphis generates an estimated 14 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 Orleans 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 Orleans 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 Orleans 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 Orleans 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
11-25
$126
11-26
$128
Today
$111
11-28
$108
11-29
$111
11-30
$114
12-01
$98
12-02
$80
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New Orleans to Memphis, TN was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $80

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 Memphis, TN, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $80 to $170 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Memphis, TN based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $80 which is on 2025-12-02.

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 Orleans to Memphis, TN?

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