Bus Tickets from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA

TodayAug 1
from US$206
TomorrowAug 2
from US$230
SunAug 3
from US$163
MonAug 4
from US$168
TueAug 5
from US$167
WedAug 6
from US$158
ThuAug 7
FriAug 8
from US$172

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: New Orleans
    Departure location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 4 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: Frazer - 56-40 Matthews Rd
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: New Orleans
    Departure location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 4 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: New Orleans
    Departure location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: New Orleans
    Departure location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 4 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: August 2 at
    Departure city: New Orleans
    Departure location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Arrival time: August 3 at
    Destination city: Philadelphia
    Destination location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Philadelphia

Bus
Average PriceUS$116 - US$403Average Duration1d 11h
44kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$171 - US$921Average Duration1d 8h
159kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from New Orleans to Philadelphia

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$116, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day
1d 11hAverage Duration
US$116Cheapest ticket
44kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$159
Average Bus Trip Duration1d 11h
Number of daily buses20
Earliest bus departure5:05am
Distance1754 km
Latest bus departure11:35pm

New Orleans to Philadelphia Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip New Orleans - Philadelphia, PA

  1. What is the travel distance from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

    The distance covered from New Orleans to Philadelphia is 1754 km (1088 miles).

  2. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Union Passenger Terminal, in New Orleans, and end it at Philadelphia Airport, in Philadelphia.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
07-30
US$259
07-31
US$274
Today
US$207
08-02
US$229
08-03
US$166
08-04
US$166
08-05
US$167
08-06
US$157
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Aug 6, 2025 with a price of US$157

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 US$157 to US$367 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 US$157 which is on 2025-08-06.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between New Orleans and Philadelphia!

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

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from New Orleans to Philadelphia.

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

Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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

What's the cheapest way to go from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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