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Fly • 2h 35m
- Fly from New Orleans (MSY) to Nashville (BNA) MSY - BNA
$118 - $302
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Bus • 14h 25m
- Take the bus from New Orleans to Montgomery "Greyhound" / ...
- Take the bus from Montgomery to Nashville "Greyhound"
$107 - $163
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Train, bus • 13h 45m
- Take the train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Birmingham Crescent
- Take the bus from Birmingham to Nashville "Greyhound"
$112 - $168
Drive • 9h 1m
- Drive from New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville 873.8 km
$130 - $200
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New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville by bus and train
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13h 45m Average Duration
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What is the most cost-effective way to get from New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville?
The cost-effective way to get from New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville is to train and bus, which costs $110 - $170 and takes 13h 45m.
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What is the fastest way to get from New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville?
The quickest way to get from New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville is to fly which costs $110 - $310 and takes 2h 35m.
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Is there a direct bus between New Orleans Airport (MSY) and Nashville?
No, there is no direct bus from New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville. However, there are services departing from New Orlns Arpt and arriving at Nashville via New Orleans and Montgomery. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 25m.
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How far is it from New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville?
The distance between New Orleans Airport (MSY) and Nashville is 760 km. The road distance is 873.8 km.
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How do I travel from New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville without a car?
The best way to get from New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville without a car is to train and bus which takes 13h 45m and costs $110 - $170.
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How long does it take to get from New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville?
It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville, including transfers.
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Where do I catch the New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville bus from?
New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from New Orleans station.
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Bus or fly from New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville?
The best way to get from New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville is to fly which takes 2h 35m and costs $110 - $310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $170 and takes 14h 25m.
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How long is the flight from New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville?
The quickest flight from New Orleans Airport to Nashville Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 30m.
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Where does the New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville bus arrive?
New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Nashville station.
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- Distance: 759.5 km
- Duration: 2h 35m
What companies run services between New Orleans Airport (MSY), USA and Nashville, TN, USA?
Southwest Airlines and Delta fly from New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville via New Orleans and Montgomery in around 14h 25m.
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Websitesouthwest.comFlights from New Orleans to NashvilleAve. Duration1h 32mWhenEvery dayEstimated price$90 - $340Flights from New Orleans to Nashville via AtlantaAve. Duration3h 25mWhenMonday to FridayEstimated price$100 - $370
Websitedelta.comFlights from New Orleans to Nashville via AtlantaAve. Duration3h 48mWhenEvery dayEstimated price$200 - $490
Train operators
Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.
Rome2rio's guide to AmtrakContact DetailsPhone+1 800-872-7245Websiteamtrak.comTrain from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to BirminghamAve. Duration7h 15mFrequencyTwice dailyEstimated price$65 - $95WebsiteAmtrakCoach Seat$65 - $95Premium$310 - $430Flexi Coach Seat$120 - $180Business Seat$120 - $180Ticket machine
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Greyhound is a leading bus company based in Dallas, Texas, serving over 3800 destinations across North America, Mexico and Canada. Greyhound carries around 18 million passengers a year who travel 5.4 billion miles (8.6 billion km) a year on their fleet of around 1700 vehicles. For travel flexibility, you can board or get off a Greyhound bus at official Greyhound stations, partner stations and curbside stops. There are around 230 Greyhound stations across the US where you can both catch your bus and buy tickets, that are also available on the official website and via the mobile app.
Rome2rio's guide to Greyhound USAContact DetailsPhone+1 214-849-8100/1-800-231-2222Emailifsr@greyhound.comWebsitegreyhound.comBus from Birmingham to NashvilleAve. Duration4h 5mFrequencyOnce dailyEstimated price$35 - $55Websitegreyhound.comEconomy$35 - $55Flexible$65 - $95Bus from New Orleans to MontgomeryAve. Duration5h 35mFrequencyTwice dailyEstimated price$50 - $70Websitegreyhound.comEconomy$50 - $70Flexible$80 - $120Bus from Montgomery to NashvilleAve. Duration6h 25mFrequencyOnce dailyEstimated price$45 - $70Websitegreyhound.comEconomy$45 - $70Flexible$80 - $120Greyhound interior
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Amtrak is a rail service that connects the US and three Canadian provinces. Covering 21,000 route miles (34,000km) Amtrak operates more than 300 trains daily. These medium and long distance intercity services operate at speeds of up to 240km/h, to more than 500 destinations. Founded in 1971, it is based in Washington, D.C. and offers four classes of travel: First Class, Sleeper, Business and Coach. Ticket fares are divided into five subclasses: Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium. Amtrak trains are known for their wide seats, plug-in power, big windows and storage capabilities.
Rome2rio's guide to AmtrakContact DetailsPhone+1 800-872-7245Websiteamtrak.comBus from Birmingham to NashvilleAve. Duration3h 50mFrequency5 times a weekWebsiteAmtrakBus from New Orleans to MontgomeryAve. Duration5h 30mFrequencyOnce dailyWebsiteAmtrakAmtrak connection bus
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Phone877-462-6342Emailinquiries@megabus.comWebsiteus.megabus.comBus from New Orleans to Montgomery, AL - Intermodal Transfer CenterAve. Duration6hFrequency6 times a weekEstimated price$60 - $75Book atmegabus.com
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Can I drive from New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville?
Yes, the driving distance between New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville is 874 km. It takes approximately 9h 1m to drive from New Orleans Airport (MSY) to Nashville.