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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Union Passenger Terminal | 30th Street Station | Cheapest | |||||
| Union Passenger Terminal | 30th Street Station | Fastest | |||||
| Union Passenger Terminal | 30th Street Station | No tags | |||||
 | New Orleans Bus Station | 199 Spring Garden St. | No tags | |||||
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus | New Orleans Bus Station | Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St | No tags |
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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 $161, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Philadelphia?
Stops in Philadelphia
- AOff of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
- C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA - D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA - E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA - F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from New Orleans to Philadelphia?
The cheapest bus tickets from New Orleans to Philadelphia start from $161. The average price for this route is around $246. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from New Orleans to Philadelphia?
The average bus travel time from New Orleans to Philadelphia is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1752 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the New Orleans to Philadelphia route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from New Orleans to Philadelphia?
The earliest bus departs from New Orleans to Philadelphia at 5:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:15pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from New Orleans to Philadelphia?
A bus trip from New Orleans to Philadelphia generates an estimated 44 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What 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 5759 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from New Orleans to Philadelphia?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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.
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.
The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Feb 26, 2026 with a price of $225To 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 $225 to $941 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 $225 which is on 2026-02-26.
Usually Amtrak 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
