How much does a bus ticket from New Orleans to Memphis cost?

The bus ticket price from New Orleans to Memphis starts at US$50. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New Orleans to Memphis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

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

The average travel time between New Orleans and Memphis is around 8h, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 579 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between New Orleans and Memphis?

The number of buses from New Orleans to Memphis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New Orleans to Memphis by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from New Orleans to Memphis?

When taking the bus from New Orleans to Memphis, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

Bus New Orleans to Memphis from US$47 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

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

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

Next departures from New Orleans to Memphis on 4 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	8h	16:20	Memphis Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from New Orleans to Memphis on 5 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	8h	16:20	Memphis Bus Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from New Orleans to Memphis on 6 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	8h	16:20	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
		23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	7h 20m	06:35	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest

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

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

Next departures from New Orleans to Memphis on 9 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		08:20	New Orleans Bus Station	8h	16:20	Memphis Bus Station	Cheapest
		23:15	New Orleans Bus Station	7h 20m	06:35	Memphis Bus Station	Fastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:58 PM CDT.

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 US$50, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

8hAverage duration

569 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceUS$50 - US$195	Average duration8h	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceUS$53 - US$135	Average duration8h 35m	CO₂ emissions 52kg CO₂e

Bus New Orleans to Memphis, TN: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$57

Average bus trip duration8h

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure08:20

Distance569 km

Latest bus departure23:15

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 347 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 US$50, with the trip lasting on average 579.

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

3.5/511 159 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

New Orleans to Memphis Bus

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Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Memphis?

Stops in New Orleans

A - Union Passenger Terminal

Stops in Memphis

A - Airways Transit Center

Frequently asked questions on the trip New Orleans - Memphis, TN

How much does a bus ticket from New Orleans to Memphis cost?
The bus ticket price from New Orleans to Memphis starts at US$50. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New Orleans to Memphis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from New Orleans to Memphis?
The average travel time between New Orleans and Memphis is around 8h, although the fastest bus will take about 6h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 579 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between New Orleans and Memphis?
The number of buses from New Orleans to Memphis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 1 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New Orleans to Memphis by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from New Orleans to Memphis?
When taking the bus from New Orleans to Memphis, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

31/10

US$60

01/11

US$68

Today

US$72

03/11

US$60

04/11

US$55

05/11

US$49

06/11

US$49

07/11

US$52

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Memphis, TN was searched and found on 05 Nov 2025 with a price of US$49

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 US$49 to US$111 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 US$49, which is on 2025-11-05.

Usually FlixBus 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from New Orleans to Memphis but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from New Orleans to Memphis will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from New Orleans to Memphis, TN?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time8h	Avg priceUS$57	Daily departures1
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time8h 35m	Avg priceUS$65	Daily departures1

Will you be returning to New Orleans by bus?

Bus from Memphis, TN to New Orleans

You can also go to Memphis, TN by train

Train from New Orleans to Memphis, TN

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