Bus from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Philadelphia on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
New Orleans Bus Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StCheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New Orleans Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
New Orleans Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
New Orleans Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
New Orleans Bus Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just £91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

29bus per day
1d 11hAverage duration
1093 milesDistance
44kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£91 - £324Average duration1d 11h
44kg CO₂e
Average price£133 - £1,220Average duration1d 8h
159kg CO₂e

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

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

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

    The cheapest coach tickets from New Orleans to Philadelphia start from £91. The average price for this route is around £137. 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 journey from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

    The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Philadelphia is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1093 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 29 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Amtrak.

  4. 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 05:10. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

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

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

  6. Which 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 5597 reviews.

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

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

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

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

  9. 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
25/11
£237
26/11
£218
Today
£180
28/11
£286
29/11
£186
30/11
£189
01/12
£146
02/12
£132
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £132

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 £132 to £357 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 £132, which is on 2025-12-02.

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