How long is the bus ride from Nashville to New Orleans?

The trip from Nashville to New Orleans will take on average 19h. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to New Orleans in about 13h.

How far is Nashville from New Orleans?

The distance between Nashville and New Orleans is approximately 757 km (469 miles).

What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Nashville to New Orleans?

Buses departing from Greyhound Bus Station in Nashville will take you to Union Passenger Terminal in New Orleans.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Nashville to New Orleans?

If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to New Orleans from Nashville; it tends to be more affordable. Starting at US$76, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.

How much does it cost to take the bus from Nashville to New Orleans?

You can expect to pay around US$94 for the bus ride from Nashville to New Orleans.

Can I take an overnight bus from Nashville to New Orleans?

Yes! If you're heading from Nashville to New Orleans, you'll find buses departing until 10:50pm and arriving the next day.

Nashville (TN) to New Orleans Bus Tickets

TodayApr 28

TomorrowApr 29

from US$123

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This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
Departure time: April 29 at 9:55pm
Departure city: Nashville
Departure location: Greyhound Bus Station
Arrival time: April 30 at 4:55pm
Destination city: New Orleans
Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 19h
This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
Departure time: April 29 at 4:00am
Departure city: Nashville
Departure location: Greyhound Bus Station
Arrival time: April 29 at 5:10pm
Destination city: New Orleans
Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 10m
Departure time: April 29 at 4:00am
Departure city: Nashville
Departure location: Greyhound Bus Station
Arrival time: April 29 at 5:10pm
Destination city: New Orleans
Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 10m
Departure time: April 29 at 9:50am
Departure city: Nashville
Departure location: Greyhound Bus Station
Arrival time: April 30 at 5:30am
Destination city: New Orleans
Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 19h 40m
Departure time: April 29 at 5:35pm
Departure city: Nashville
Departure location: Greyhound Bus Station
Arrival time: April 30 at 8:40am
Destination city: New Orleans
Destination location: New Orleans Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 15h 5m

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:20 PM CDT.

Prices and availability are subject to change.

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Bus Nashville to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$94

Average Bus Trip Duration19h

Number of daily buses7

Earliest bus departure12:30am

Distance756 km

Latest bus departure10:50pm

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/586,947 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Based on 86947 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound ticket prices on this trip start at US$76.00

Greyhound Nashville New Orleans recent customer reviews

The bus was 7 hours late, there was no information from the staff regarding the status of the bus and no one even apologised. The staff acted like we were an inconvenience to them

Tahli E.

September 26, 2018

It was a terrible experience, the bus was 3 hours late and at the end we had to book a flight to be able to get to New Orleans on time. We were then told by the staff they couldn’t offer a refund as bus wasn’t cancelled just delayed, even if that delay would make us miss our transfer in Montgomery and leave us with a 13 hour wait for the next bus.

Molly F.

March 8, 2018

Unfair for obese passengers to book a single seat. I was jammed up against the window in a very painful position for over four hours. Ruined the ride for me

Jeff S.

June 16, 2017

FlixBus

3.5/58,426 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Amtrak

4/55,081 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

US Bus Companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Los Limousines, Tornado Bus, Valley Transit, New York Trailways, Wanda Coach

Nashville to New Orleans Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Nashville and New Orleans?

Stops in Nashville

A - Greyhound Bus Station

B - Nashville Bus Station

Stops in New Orleans

A - Union Passenger Terminal

Frequently asked questions on the trip Nashville - New Orleans

How long is the bus ride from Nashville to New Orleans?
The trip from Nashville to New Orleans will take on average 19h. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to New Orleans in about 13h.
How far is Nashville from New Orleans?
The distance between Nashville and New Orleans is approximately 757 km (469 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Nashville to New Orleans?
Buses departing from Greyhound Bus Station in Nashville will take you to Union Passenger Terminal in New Orleans.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Nashville to New Orleans?
If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to New Orleans from Nashville; it tends to be more affordable. Starting at US$76, this bus is the most cost-effective option for your journey.
How much does it cost to take the bus from Nashville to New Orleans?
You can expect to pay around US$94 for the bus ride from Nashville to New Orleans.
Can I take an overnight bus from Nashville to New Orleans?
Yes! If you're heading from Nashville to New Orleans, you'll find buses departing until 10:50pm and arriving the next day.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

04-26

US$99

04-27

No data

Today

US$107

04-29

US$115

04-30

No data

05-01

US$115

05-02

US$102

05-03

US$108

The cheapest trip from Nashville to New Orleans was searched and found on Apr 26, 2025 with a price of US$99

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

You can expect to pay from US$99 to US$156 for a bus ticket from Nashville to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$102 which is on 2025-05-02.

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 Nashville and New Orleans!

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

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Nashville to New Orleans will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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

Did you know?

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!

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