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

The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Washington start at $238. The average price for this train route is around $311. 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 Washington?

The average train trip from New Orleans to Washington takes 1d 22h and covers 1556 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the New Orleans to Washington 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 Washington?

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

Train New Orleans to Washington from $228 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Washington on January 27
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Washington on January 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 3h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 3h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Washington on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Washington on January 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 3h	1:47pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 3h	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 3h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Washington on January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 3h	1:47pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 3h	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Washington on February 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 3h	1:47pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 3h	1:47pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Washington on February 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 3h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 3h	6:44pm	Union Station	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to Washington on February 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	1:10pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	1:10pm	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:25 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $137, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

1556 kmDistance

39kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$137 - $521	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$238 - $863	Average Duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 142kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in New Orleans and Washington, DC, US?

New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5751 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 $238

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Washington, DC, US 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 Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Washington start at $238. The average price for this train route is around $311. 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 Washington?
The average train trip from New Orleans to Washington takes 1d 22h and covers 1556 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the New Orleans to Washington 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 Washington?
The earliest train from New Orleans to Washington 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

01-25

$228

01-26

$475

Today

$430

01-28

$396

01-29

$430

01-30

$279

01-31

$334

02-01

$279

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on Jan 25, 2026 with a price of $228

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 Washington, DC, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $228 to $1,974 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $279 which is on 2026-01-30.