How much is the train ticket from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Philadelphia start at $240. The average price for this train route is around $448. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

The average train trip from New Orleans to Philadelphia takes 2d and covers 1752 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the New Orleans to Philadelphia route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from New Orleans to Philadelphia?

The earliest train from New Orleans to Philadelphia departs at 9:10am. The latest train departs at 1:45pm.

Train New Orleans to Philadelphia from $230 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Philadelphia on February 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 3h	6:16pm	30th Street Station	Cheapest
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d	3:00pm	30th Street Station	Fastest
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 3h	6:16pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Philadelphia on February 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 5h	4:08pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 5h	4:08pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 6h	8:51pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 6h	8:51pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Philadelphia on February 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 5h	4:08pm	30th Street Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 5h	4:08pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d	3:00pm	30th Street Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 9:17 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $161, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day

1d 11hAverage Duration

1752 kmDistance

44kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$161 - $472	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$240 - $735	Average Duration2d	CO₂ emissions 159kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,755 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5755 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $240

Amtrak New Orleans Philadelphia recent customer reviews

It was a good experience all in all

Harley D.

December 18, 2023

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA 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 New Orleans to Philadelphia?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Philadelphia start at $240. The average price for this train route is around $448. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from New Orleans to Philadelphia?
The average train trip from New Orleans to Philadelphia takes 2d and covers 1752 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the New Orleans to Philadelphia route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from New Orleans to Philadelphia?
The earliest train from New Orleans to Philadelphia departs at 9:10am. The latest train departs at 1:45pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

02-01

$280

02-02

$437

Today

$519

02-04

$391

02-05

$384

02-06

$280

02-07

$280

02-08

$230

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on Feb 8, 2026 with a price of $230

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $230 to $1,931 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $230 which is on 2026-02-08.