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Sat2 Aug
from US$183
Sun3 Aug
from US$174
Mon4 Aug
from US$161
Tue5 Aug
from US$145
Wed6 Aug
from US$129
Thu7 Aug
from US$148
Fri8 Aug
from US$146
Sat9 Aug

Cheap buses leaving Sunday

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: 4 August at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Schuylkill & Walnut
    Arrival time: 5 August at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: 199 Spring Garden St.
    Arrival time: 5 August at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 3 August at
    Departure city: Philadelphia
    Departure location: Schuylkill & Walnut
    Arrival time: 5 August at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr
    Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.Greyhound Lines, Inc.
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to New Orleans

Bus
Average priceUS$100 - US$362Average duration1d 13h
44kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$166 - US$921Average duration1d 6h
159kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Philadelphia to New Orleans

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just US$100, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

22bus per day
1d 13hAverage duration
US$100Cheapest ticket
44kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Philadelphia, PA to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$138
Average bus trip duration1d 13h
Number of daily buses22
Earliest bus departure01:50
Distance1095 miles
Latest bus departure23:20

Philadelphia to New Orleans Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Philadelphia to New Orleans.

We make sure you can find a bus service from Philadelphia to New Orleans from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.

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

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

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

    The journey from Philadelphia to New Orleans by coach covers an approximate distance of 1088 miles (1754 km).

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

    To travel from Philadelphia to New Orleans without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
29/07
US$286
30/07
US$318
Today
US$298
01/08
US$277
02/08
US$206
03/08
US$188
04/08
US$154
05/08
US$157
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to New Orleans was searched and found on 4 Aug 2025 with a price of US$154

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to New Orleans as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$154 to US$344 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$154, which is on 2025-08-04.

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Bus Travel Tips

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Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Philadelphia to New Orleans, get comfy and count the stars.

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 Philadelphia to New Orleans.

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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.

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.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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Bus from Philadelphia, PA to New Orleans

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