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Compare all timetables for the bus from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia from various bus operators like Greyhound US or FlixBus for the next days.

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tomorrow
Tuesday
$138
Wednesday
$147
Thursday
Friday
$142
Saturday
$130

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 34h 25m 1:15 PM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station 12:40 AM Philadelphia Convention Center  Economy $138
Greyhound US 32h 35m 9:10 PM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station 6:45 AM Philadelphia Convention Center  Economy $138
Greyhound US 34h 5m 1:15 PM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station 12:20 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station  Economy $138
Greyhound US 31h 55m 1:15 PM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station 10:10 PM Philadelphia Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street  Economy $138
Greyhound US 30h 0m 8:05 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station 3:05 PM Philadelphia Convention Center  Economy $139
  • Did you know that if you travel from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia via Washington, DC, you can save more than $14? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      33h 50m
      0
      9:10 PM
      New Orleans, LA
      Canal and Charles
      10:15 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $109
    • Waiting Time 6h 25m
    • OurBus
      3h 20m
      0
      4:40 AM
      Washington, DC
      Armory Metro
      8:00 AM
      Philadelphia
      Spring Garden St Station
      0
      OurBus
      Basic
      $15
    Travel time is 2h 50m longer, but you will save $14

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 34h 5m 1:15 PM New Orleans, LA Canal and Charles 12:20 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station  Economy $147
Greyhound US 31h 55m 1:15 PM New Orleans, LA Canal and Charles 10:10 PM Philadelphia IRS Building  Economy $147
Greyhound US 30h 40m 8:05 AM New Orleans, LA Canal and Charles 3:45 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station  Economy $149
Greyhound US 34h 25m 1:15 PM New Orleans, LA Canal and Charles 12:40 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station  Economy $149
Greyhound US 30h 0m 8:05 AM New Orleans, LA Canal and Charles 3:05 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station  Economy $150
  • Did you know that if you travel from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia via Washington, DC, you can save more than $23? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      33h 50m
      0
      9:10 PM
      New Orleans, LA
      Canal and Charles
      10:15 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $109
    • Waiting Time 6h 25m
    • OurBus
      3h 20m
      0
      4:40 AM
      Washington, DC
      Armory Metro
      8:00 AM
      Philadelphia
      Spring Garden St Station
      0
      OurBus
      Basic
      $15
    Travel time is 2h 50m longer, but you will save $23

Cheapest bus trips Friday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 34h 5m 1:15 PM New Orleans, LA Canal and Charles 12:20 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station  Economy $142
Greyhound US 34h 25m 1:15 PM New Orleans, LA Canal and Charles 12:40 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station  Economy $142
Greyhound US 32h 35m 9:10 PM New Orleans, LA Canal and Charles 6:45 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station  Economy $142
FlixBus 31h 35m 5:10 AM New Orleans, LA Canal and Charles 1:45 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station  Economy $144
  • Did you know that if you travel from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia via Washington, DC, you can save more than $18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • Greyhound US
      33h 50m
      0
      9:10 PM
      New Orleans, LA
      Canal and Charles
      10:15 PM
      Washington, DC
      Union Station
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $109
    • Waiting Time 6h 25m
    • OurBus
      3h 20m
      0
      4:40 AM
      Washington, DC
      Armory Metro
      8:00 AM
      Philadelphia
      Spring Garden St Station
      0
      OurBus
      Basic
      $15
    Travel time is 1h 15m longer, but you will save $18

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 34h 5m 1:15 PM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station 12:20 AM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station  Economy $130
Greyhound US 31h 55m 1:15 PM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station 10:10 PM Philadelphia Schuylkill Ave and Walnut Street  Economy $130
FlixBus 31h 35m 5:10 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station 1:45 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station  Economy $131
Greyhound US 30h 40m 8:05 AM New Orleans, LA Central Bus Station 3:45 PM Philadelphia Spring Garden St Station  Economy $131

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia is $116 on 4/5/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between New Orleans, LA and Philadelphia

See here how frequent the connections between New Orleans, LA and Philadelphia are, during different times and days of the week.
Friday is the busiest day, with more than 10 daily buses from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 7 daily coaches between New Orleans, LA and Philadelphia.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 12 buses from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia, while Night sees the fewest connections between New Orleans, LA and Philadelphia, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia

Compare all providers like Greyhound US and FlixBus that travel 8 times every day by bus from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia in one click! Book your bus ticket from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia starting from $116!

Cheapest Bus $116
Fastest Bus 29h 5m
Earliest Bus 8:05 AM
Latest Bus 9:10 PM
Daily Bus Routes 8 Ø
Distance 1,086.6 miles
Bus Companies Greyhound US and FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia

Every day, 8 buses from 2 bus companies leave New Orleans, LA for Philadelphia: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 03/22/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 03/22
Monday 03/23
Tuesday 03/24
$138
Wednesday 03/25
$147
Thursday 03/26
Friday 03/27
$142
Saturday 03/28
$130
Sunday 03/29
Monday 03/30
Tuesday 03/31
$160
Wednesday 04/01
$161
Thursday 04/02
$120
Friday 04/03
Saturday 04/04
$121
Sunday 04/05
$116
Monday 04/06
$135
Tuesday 04/07
$157
Wednesday 04/08
$150
Thursday 04/09
$124
Friday 04/10
$124
Saturday 04/11
$133
Sunday 04/12
$134
Monday 04/13
$130
Tuesday 04/14
$158
Wednesday 04/15
$154
Thursday 04/16
Friday 04/17
$131
Saturday 04/18

The cheapest time to travel from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $121, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $147.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia, with $116. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $131.

How to save money travelling from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in New Orleans, LA and Philadelphia

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in New Orleans, LA and Philadelphia.

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia? Compare all modes of transports from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia.

Service and Comfort on the bus from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia? Or which bus companies serve the route New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia bus

How much does a New Orleans, LA Philadelphia bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $116 and takes 35h 5m to reach Philadelphia. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $116 and $151. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Philadelphia.

On average, how many connections are available from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia each day?

Every day, the New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia bus route is served by approximately 8 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia take?

The fastest bus from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia is offered by Greyhound US and takes 29h 5m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $150. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia?

The earliest bus arriving in Philadelphia from New Orleans, LA starts at 8:05 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia?

The latest bus trip departing from New Orleans, LA for Philadelphia starts at 9:10 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the New Orleans, LA Philadelphia route?

When traveling by bus from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia, passengers can travel with Greyhound US and FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between New Orleans, LA and Philadelphia?

You can check all the direct connections between New Orleans, LA and Philadelphia by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Greyhound US and FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the New Orleans, LA Philadelphia bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the New Orleans, LA Philadelphia bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 8 daily trips between New Orleans, LA and Philadelphia. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia?

Prices and availability for 8 trips between New Orleans, LA and Philadelphia change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route New Orleans, LA to Philadelphia

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to New Orleans, LA and to Philadelphia

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to New Orleans, LA and to Philadelphia. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!

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