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

The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Memphis start at R 687. The average price for this route is around R 978. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from New Orleans to Memphis?

The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Memphis is 8h, covering a distance of 569 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

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 .

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

The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Memphis at 08:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.

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

A bus trip from New Orleans to Memphis produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

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 87435 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.

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.

Bus New Orleans to Memphis from R 565 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Memphis on 30 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	8h	16:20	Memphis Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from New Orleans to Memphis on 31 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	8h	16:20	Memphis Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from New Orleans to Memphis on 1 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	8h	16:20	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	7h 20m	06:35	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures from New Orleans to Memphis on 2 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	8h	16:20	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	7h 20m	06:35	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest

Next departures from New Orleans to Memphis on 3 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	7h 20m	06:35	Memphis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	8h	16:20	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Memphis on 4 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	7h 20m	06:35	Memphis Bus Station	CheapestFastest
	Bus	08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	8h	16:20	Memphis Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel 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 R 687, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

8hAverage duration

569 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 687 - R 3 227	Average duration8h	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 906 - R 2 765	Average duration8h 40m	CO₂ emissions 52kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Memphis?

Stops in New Orleans

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

A
Airways Transit Center
3033 Airways Blvd, Memphis, TN 38131
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Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 462 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

Based on 11 reviews, Greyhound was rated 3.4 stars for this trip. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at R 687, with the trip lasting on average 559.

Greyhound New Orleans Memphis recent customer reviews

Greyhound was the carrier for the New Orleans to Barton Rouge section of my trip. I found the ground personal at both ends to be most helpful. The Driver was great.

Kerri E.

28 June 2018

Very old bus. Ons hour delay. Them the driver didn't know the way to Baton Rouge. Back to busstation. Two hour delay. Missed connection in Baton Rouge to Memphis. No flight possibe to Memphis. Had to take a taxi to from Baton Rouge to Memphis. 6 HRS drive.

Petronella V.

2 March 2017

Awesome trip and drivers were great.

Natasha B.

30 April 2018

FlixBus

3.5/511 805 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Memphis, TN by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Memphis?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Memphis start at R 687. The average price for this route is around R 978. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from New Orleans to Memphis?
The average bus journey time from New Orleans to Memphis is 8h, covering a distance of 569 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
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.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from New Orleans to Memphis?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Memphis at 08:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Memphis?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Memphis produces an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
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 87435 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Memphis?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service 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.
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

27/12

R 1 677

28/12

R 1 625

Today

R 1 625

30/12

R 1 488

31/12

R 1 317

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Memphis, TN was searched and found on 31 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 317

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 R 1 317 to R 1 677 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 R 1 317, which is on 2025-12-31.