How can I travel from New Orleans to Memphis without flying?

Both buses and trains are available for traveling between these two cities. Both are practical and eco-friendly ways to travel to Memphis. You can also use carpool services and share a car ride with other travelers.

How long does it take to get to Memphis from New Orleans by bus?

Traveling from New Orleans to Memphis takes about 8h 5m on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 8h 5m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 359 miles (579 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the travel distance from New Orleans to Memphis?

New Orleans and Memphis are 359 miles (579 km) apart.

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

Buses going from New Orleans to Memphis begin their journey at Union Passenger Terminal and reach their destination at Airways Transit Center.

What is the most affordable way to get from New Orleans to Memphis?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from New Orleans to Memphis by choosing to travel by bus. With prices starting at $57, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.

How much are the bus tickets from New Orleans to Memphis?

The bus ticket costs $60 on average. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $57 to $74, so it's good to do your research before booking.

What are the best sights and things to do in Memphis?

Once in Memphis, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Stax Museum, National Civil Rights Museum, Beer-Drinking Goats at Silky O'Sullivan's, Graceland and Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid.

New Orleans to Memphis (TN) Bus Tickets

TodayApr 25

TomorrowApr 26

SunApr 27

from $52

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Cheap buses leaving Sunday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: April 27 at 7:40am
Departure city: New Orleans
Departure location: New Orleans Bus Station
Arrival time: April 27 at 3:45pm
Destination city: Memphis
Destination location: Memphis Bus Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 5m

Accepted payments

Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Memphis.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$57 - $74	Average Duration8h 5m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$62 - $310	Average Duration8h 35m	CO₂ emissions 52kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from New Orleans to Memphis

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Memphis. The journey takes about 8 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

8h 5mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest ticket

14kgCO₂ emissions

Bus New Orleans to Memphis: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$60

Average bus trip duration8h 5m

Number of daily buses1

Earliest bus departure7:40am

Distance353 miles (569 km)

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Greyhound

3.5/586,945 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound New Orleans Memphis recent customer reviews

Greyhound was the carrier for the New Orleans to Barton Rouge section of my trip. I found the ground personal at both ends to be most helpful. The Driver was great.

Kerri E.

June 28, 2018

Very old bus. Ons hour delay. Them the driver didn't know the way to Baton Rouge. Back to busstation. Two hour delay. Missed connection in Baton Rouge to Memphis. No flight possibe to Memphis. Had to take a taxi to from Baton Rouge to Memphis. 6 HRS drive.

Petronella V.

March 2, 2017

Awesome trip and drivers were great.

Natasha B.

April 30, 2018

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New Orleans to Memphis Bus

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Where are the popular stops in New Orleans and Memphis?

Stops in New Orleans

A - Union Passenger Terminal

Stops in Memphis

A - Airways Transit Center

Frequently asked questions for your trip New Orleans - Memphis

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What are the best sights and things to do in Memphis?

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

Best price found

04/23

$49

04/24

$60

Today

$64

04/26

$53

04/27

$52

04/28

$49

04/29

$49

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The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Memphis was searched and found on Apr 23, 2025 with a price of $49

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

You can expect to pay from $49 to $64 for a bus ticket from New Orleans to Memphis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $49 which is on 2025-04-28.

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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 New Orleans to Memphis but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from New Orleans to Memphis, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

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

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

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.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

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 New Orleans to Memphis?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time8h 5m	Avg Price$60	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time8h 35m	Avg Price$74	Daily Departures1

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