Find coaches from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA

Next departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Philadelphia on 20 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
Schuylkill & WalnutCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
New Orleans Bus Station
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden StFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
New Orleans Bus Station
199 Spring Garden St.No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Philadelphia

Bus
Average priceUS$100 - US$323Average duration1d 11h
44kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$171 - US$564Average 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 30 minutes and with fares starting at just US$100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day
1d 11hAverage duration
US$100Cheapest ticket
44kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$151
Average bus trip duration1d 11h
Number of daily buses27
Earliest bus departure05:10
Distance1088 miles
Latest bus departure23:15

New Orleans to Philadelphia Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Philadelphia from New Orleans, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

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

  1. How far is Philadelphia from New Orleans by coach?

    The distance between New Orleans and Philadelphia by coach is approximately 1088 miles (1754 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Philadelphia from New Orleans without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
17/09
No data
18/09
US$150
Today
US$201
20/09
US$144
21/09
US$140
22/09
US$117
23/09
US$121
24/09
US$109
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 24 Sept 2025 with a price of US$109

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$109 to US$777 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$109, which is on 2025-09-24.

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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