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

The cheapest way to get from New Orleans to Downtown Memphis is to bus which costs $60 - $120 and takes 9h 30m.

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

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from New Orleans station to Downtown Memphis. However, there are services departing from New Orleans Bus Station and arriving at 3RD STREET at MLK JR AVENUE via Airways Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal and arriving at Memphis. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 40m.

How far is it from New Orleans to Downtown Memphis?

The distance between New Orleans and Downtown Memphis is 406 miles. The road distance is 395.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from New Orleans to Downtown Memphis without a car is to train which takes 8h 51m and costs $120 - $270.

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

The train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Memphis takes 8h 40m including transfers and departs once daily.

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

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

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

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

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

The best way to get from New Orleans to Downtown Memphis is to train which takes 8h 51m and costs $120 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $120 and takes 9h 30m, you could also fly, which costs $650 - $1,700 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the New Orleans to Downtown Memphis bus arrive?

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

Where does the New Orleans to Downtown Memphis train arrive?

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

Can I drive from New Orleans to Downtown Memphis?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Downtown Memphis?

There are 425+ hotels available in Downtown Memphis.

New Orleans to Downtown Memphis - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from New Orleans to Downtown Memphis by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, plane, train, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Memphistrain City of New Orleans
8h 51m
$120–270
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Memphis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1173
9h 30m
$63–118
Drive 393.3 mi
1. Drive from New Orleans to Downtown Memphiscar 393.3 mi
6h 28m
$72–104
Fly Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Memphis
1. Fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Memphis (MEM)plane MSY - MEM
7h 32m
$654–1,704
Train to Gulfport-Biloxi Regional Airport, fly to Memphis
1. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Gulfport Amtrak Statrain
2. Fly from Gulfport-Biloxi Regional Airport (GPT) to Memphis (MEM)plane GPT - MEM
8h 17m
$198–914
Bus, bus to Pensacola International Airport, fly to Memphis
1. Take the bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Mobile Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Mobile Bus Station to Pensacola Airportbus
3. Fly from Pensacola International Airport (PNS) to Memphis (MEM)plane PNS - MEM
8h 58m
$112–710
Fly Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Nashville, bus
1. Fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Nashville (BNA)plane MSY - BNA
2. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Memphis Bus Stationbus
9h 42m
$585–1,065

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

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8h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 404.1 mi
Duration: 8h 51m

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

Amtrak operates a train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Memphis once daily. Tickets cost $120–270 and the journey takes 8h 40m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Memphis Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $60–120 and the journey takes 8h. Flixbus USA also services this route once daily.

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