Find coaches from Memphis, TN to New Orleans

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Next departures from Memphis to New Orleans on 3 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Memphis Bus Station
New Orleans Bus StationCheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Memphis to New Orleans

Bus
Average priceUS$47 - US$230Average duration8h 55m
14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$46 - US$135Average duration9h 7m
52kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Memphis to New Orleans

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 8 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$47, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
8h 55mAverage duration
US$47Cheapest ticket
14kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Memphis, TN to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$52
Average bus trip duration8h 55m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure08:50
Distance353 miles
Latest bus departure22:20

Memphis to New Orleans Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Memphis, TN - New Orleans

  1. What's the distance between Memphis and New Orleans by coach?

    The distance between Memphis and New Orleans by coach is approximately 359 miles (579 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Memphis to New Orleans without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. 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
31/08
US$68
01/09
US$72
Today
US$68
03/09
US$58
04/09
US$46
05/09
US$49
06/09
US$46
07/09
US$46
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Memphis, TN to New Orleans was searched and found on 4 Sept 2025 with a price of US$46

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

You can expect to pay from US$46 to US$87 for a bus ticket from Memphis, TN to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$46, which is on 2025-09-04.

Usually FlixBus 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Memphis to New Orleans but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

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

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Memphis to New Orleans will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Memphis to New Orleans, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

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 that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

What's the cheapest way to go from Memphis, TN to New Orleans?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Will you be returning to Memphis, TN by bus?

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