What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown Memphis to New Orleans?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Memphis to New Orleans is to bus which costs $60 - $130 and takes 10h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown Memphis to New Orleans?

The fastest way to get from Downtown Memphis to New Orleans is to drive which takes 6h 28m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown Memphis and New Orleans?

No, there is no direct bus from Downtown Memphis to New Orleans station. However, there are services departing from VANCE AVENUE at 3RD STREET and arriving at New Orleans Bus Station via Memphis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Downtown Memphis and New Orleans?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Memphis and arriving at New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 52m.

How far is it from Downtown Memphis to New Orleans?

The distance between Downtown Memphis and New Orleans is 406 miles. The road distance is 395.7 miles.

How do I travel from Downtown Memphis to New Orleans without a car?

The best way to get from Downtown Memphis to New Orleans without a car is to train which takes 9h 3m and costs $120 - $270.

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

The train from Memphis to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal takes 8h 52m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Downtown Memphis to New Orleans bus from?

Downtown Memphis to New Orleans bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Memphis Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Downtown Memphis to New Orleans train from?

Downtown Memphis to New Orleans train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Memphis station.

Train, bus or fly from Downtown Memphis to New Orleans?

The best way to get from Downtown Memphis to New Orleans is to train which takes 9h 3m and costs $120 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $130 and takes 10h 57m, you could also fly, which costs $650 - $1,700 and takes 9h 3m.

Where does the Downtown Memphis to New Orleans bus arrive?

Downtown Memphis to New Orleans bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at New Orleans Bus Station.

Where does the Downtown Memphis to New Orleans train arrive?

Downtown Memphis to New Orleans train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal station.

Can I drive from Downtown Memphis to New Orleans?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Memphis to New Orleans is 396 miles. It takes approximately 6h 28m to drive from Downtown Memphis to New Orleans.

How do I get a train ticket from Downtown Memphis to New Orleans?

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Where can I stay near New Orleans?

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There are 5 ways to get from Downtown Memphis to New Orleans by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, plane, or train

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Memphis to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain City of New Orleans
9h 3m
$120–270
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to New Orleans Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1173
10h 57m
$61–121
Drive 393.4 mi
1. Drive from Downtown Memphis to New Orleanscar 393.4 mi
6h 28m
$72–104
Fly to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
1. Fly from Memphis (MEM) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)plane MEM - MSY
9h 3m
$653–1,705
Fly to Gulfport-Biloxi Regional Airport, train
1. Fly from Memphis (MEM) to Gulfport-Biloxi Regional Airport (GPT)plane MEM - GPT
2. Take the train from Gulfport, MS to New Orleans, LA - Union Passenger Terminaltrain
9h 29m
$150–668

Downtown Memphis to New Orleans by foot and train (Amtrak)

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9h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 404.1 mi
Duration: 9h 3m

What companies run services between Downtown Memphis, TN, USA and New Orleans, LA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Memphis to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $120–270 and the journey takes 8h 52m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Memphis Bus Station to New Orleans Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $60–120 and the journey takes 9h. Flixbus USA also services this route once daily.

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