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

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to New Orleans on 2 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
New Orleans Bus StationCheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
New Orleans Bus StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
New Orleans Bus StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline DrNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
New Orleans Bus StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: 24/11/2025 EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day
1d 13hAverage duration
1088 milesDistance
44kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£91 - £304Average duration1d 13h
44kg CO₂e
Average price£133 - £1,448Average duration1d 6h
159kg CO₂e

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

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 Philadelphia to New Orleans?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Philadelphia to New Orleans start from £91. The average price for this route is around £125. 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 Philadelphia to New Orleans?

    The average bus journey time from Philadelphia to New Orleans is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 1088 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1d 4h and is operated by FlixBus.

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

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 28 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to New Orleans at 02:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

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

    A bus journey from Philadelphia to New Orleans 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 Philadelphia to New Orleans?

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

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

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

    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 Philadelphia to New Orleans?

    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
29/11
£271
30/11
£200
Today
£177
02/12
£199
03/12
£135
04/12
£139
05/12
£137
06/12
£127
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to New Orleans was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £127

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

You can expect to pay from £127 to £300 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £127, which is on 2025-12-06.

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