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

The bus ticket price from Philadelphia to New Orleans starts at R 1 691. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Philadelphia to New Orleans 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 Philadelphia to New Orleans?

The average travel time between Philadelphia and New Orleans is around 1d 13h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1754 km that separates the two cities.

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

The number of buses from Philadelphia to New Orleans can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 26 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Philadelphia to New Orleans by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

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

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

Buses travelling between Philadelphia and New Orleans leave from Philadelphia Airport or Independence Travel Center and arrive at Union Passenger Terminal.

Bus Philadelphia to New Orleans from R 2 295 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Philadelphia to New Orleans on 12 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 11h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:10	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 6h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 10h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 20h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 12h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	02:45	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 6h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 11h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 10h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to New Orleans on 13 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 20h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:10	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 6h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 8h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 10h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 7h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	02:45	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 6h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	18:45	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 11h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 10h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to New Orleans on 14 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:30	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 11h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 4h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 8h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 10h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 20h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 10h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 7h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 20h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to New Orleans on 15 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 4h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 8h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 10h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 20h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 10h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 7h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 20h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 8h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to New Orleans on 16 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	19:05	Cherry Hill Mall	1d 11h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 4h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 8h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 10h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 20h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 10h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 7h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 20h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to New Orleans on 17 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 10h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 4h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	09:45	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 8h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 10h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 20h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 20h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	10:15	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 7h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	13:25	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	2d 3h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags

Next departures from Philadelphia to New Orleans on 18 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 18h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	Cheapest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	03:10	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 6h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	Fastest
	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 10h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	20:30	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 20h	15:55	New Orleans Intl Airport, 900 Airline Dr	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	05:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 12h	16:55	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	02:45	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 6h	08:35	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	22:00	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 8h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags
	Bus	20:00	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 10h	05:30	New Orleans Bus Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

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 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 691, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

1d 13hAverage duration

1755 kmDistance

44kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 1 691 - R 6 473	Average duration1d 13h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 006 - R 32 817	Average duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 159kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587 367 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

WiFi2.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 278 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

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

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and New Orleans?

Stops in Philadelphia

A - Philadelphia Airport

B - Independence Travel Center

C - #2842 St.Vincent St

D - Bus Station

E - Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS

F - NRG SEPTA Station

Stops in New Orleans

A - Union Passenger Terminal

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to New Orleans by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Philadelphia to New Orleans cost?
The bus ticket price from Philadelphia to New Orleans starts at R 1 691. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Philadelphia to New Orleans 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 Philadelphia to New Orleans?
The average travel time between Philadelphia and New Orleans is around 1d 13h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 4h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1754 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Philadelphia and New Orleans?
The number of buses from Philadelphia to New Orleans can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 26 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Philadelphia to New Orleans by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
When taking the bus from Philadelphia to New Orleans, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
Buses travelling between Philadelphia and New Orleans leave from Philadelphia Airport or Independence Travel Center and arrive at Union Passenger Terminal.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

09/11

R 3 200

10/11

R 3 780

Today

R 2 295

12/11

R 2 945

13/11

R 2 831

14/11

R 2 936

15/11

R 3 719

16/11

R 2 805

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to New Orleans was searched and found on 11 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 295

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 R 2 295 to R 4 017 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 R 2 805, which is on 2025-11-16.