What is the cheapest way to get from New Orleans to Franklin?

The cheapest way to get from New Orleans to Franklin is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 8h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from New Orleans to Franklin?

The fastest way to get from New Orleans to Franklin is to fly which takes 3h 43m and costs $990 - $1,040.

Is there a direct bus between New Orleans and Franklin?

No, there is no direct bus from New Orleans station to Franklin station. However, there are services departing from New Orleans Bus Station and arriving at Nashville Bus Station via Memphis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 8m.

How far is it from New Orleans to Franklin?

The distance between New Orleans and Franklin is 509 miles. The road distance is 518.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from New Orleans to Franklin without a car is to bus which takes 13h 8m and costs $150 - $260.

How long does it take to get from New Orleans to Franklin?

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from New Orleans to Franklin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Orleans to Franklin bus from?

New Orleans to Franklin bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, depart from New Orleans Bus Station.

Bus or fly from New Orleans to Franklin?

The best way to get from New Orleans to Franklin is to fly which takes 3h 43m and costs $990 - $1,040. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $260 and takes 13h 8m.

Where does the New Orleans to Franklin bus arrive?

New Orleans to Franklin bus services, operated by Greyhound-us, arrive at Memphis Bus Station.

Can I drive from New Orleans to Franklin?

Yes, the driving distance between New Orleans to Franklin is 518 miles. It takes approximately 8h 20m to drive from New Orleans to Franklin.

Where can I stay near Franklin?

There are 195+ hotels available in Franklin.

New Orleans to Franklin - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from New Orleans to Franklin by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train, bus, or car

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Fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
best
1. Fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Nashville (BNA)plane MSY - BNA
3h 43m
$997–1,037
Drive 515.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from New Orleans to Franklincar 515.3 mi
8h 20m
$94–136
Bus
1. Take the bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Memphis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1173
2. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to Nashville Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0600 / ...
13h 8m
$151–259
Train, bus
1. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Carbondaletrain City of New Orleans
2. Take the bus from Carbondale Intermodal Station to Nashville Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2521
18h 36m
$289–533
Train to Gulfport-Biloxi Regional Airport, fly
1. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Gulfport Amtrak Statrain
2. Fly from Gulfport-Biloxi Regional Airport (GPT) to Nashville (BNA)plane GPT - BNA
6h 9m
$192–627
Train, bus via New South Memphis
1. Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Jacksontrain
2. Take the bus from Jackson to Memphis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to Nashville Bus Stationbus
13h 12m
$175–320

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Nashville (BNA) flights

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2h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 506.4 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

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

Southwest Airlines and Delta fly from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) to Nashville (BNA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Franklin via Memphis Bus Station and Nashville Bus Station in around 13h 8m.

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