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| Train | Boston Route 128, MA | Union Passenger Terminal | Fastest | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to New Orleans
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours, and with fares starting at just $184, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and New Orleans?
Boston, MA, US
- A145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
- B100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA
- C700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, US to New Orleans by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Boston to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to New Orleans start at $305. The average price for this train route is around $658. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Boston to New Orleans?
The average train trip from Boston to New Orleans takes 1d 13h and covers 2187 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Boston to New Orleans route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 8 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to New Orleans?
The earliest train from Boston to New Orleans departs at 8:12am. The latest train departs at 12:57pm.
What is the best train operator from Boston to New Orleans?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to New Orleans?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Boston to New Orleans?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Boston to New Orleans?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $319To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to New Orleans, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $319 to $4,095 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $319 which is on 2025-12-17.
