Trains from New Orleans, LA to Atlanta, GA

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TodayApr 29
from US$53
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: April 29 at
    Departure city: New Orleans
    Departure location: Union Passenger Terminal
    Arrival time: April 29 at
    Destination city: Atlanta
    Destination location: Peachtree Station
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$53
Train New Orleans to Atlanta: Trip Overview

Train New Orleans to Atlanta: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$46
Average train trip duration12h 45m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure9:15 AM
Distance687 km
Please note, this information is subject to change
Train companies

Train companies

US train company: Brightline

New Orleans to Atlanta Trains

Information about this train trip

Daily Trains1
Earliest and Latest Train Departures9:15AM
Minimum PriceUS$53
Average Ticket PriceUS$46
Minimum Trip Duration12h45m
Average Train Trip Duration12h45m
Distance687 km
Train Companies on This RouteAmtrak
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip New Orleans - Atlanta

The average train ticket price from New Orleans to Atlanta is US$46. The best way to find cheap train tickets from New Orleans to Atlanta is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

A train trip between New Orleans and Atlanta is around 12h 45m, although the fastest train will take about 12h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 684 km that separates the two cities.

The number of trains from New Orleans to Atlanta can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from New Orleans to Atlanta by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

When taking the train from New Orleans to Atlanta, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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US$43
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05-01
US$42
05-02
US$43
05-03
US$43
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US$43
The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Atlanta was searched and found on May 1, 2024 with a price of US$42

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 Atlanta, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$42 to US$43 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Atlanta based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$42 which is on 2024-05-01.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from New Orleans to Atlanta is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Atlanta, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between New Orleans and Atlanta, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Make a music playlist for your train ride from New Orleans to Atlanta, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

What's the cheapest way to go from New Orleans to Atlanta?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle TypeTravel timeAvg PriceDaily Departures
Vehicle TypeBusTravel time9h 15mAvg PriceUS$60Daily Departures4
Vehicle TypeTrainTravel time12h 45mAvg PriceUS$46Daily Departures1

The best way to travel between New Orleans and Atlanta is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost US$46 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$45. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Atlanta, choose the train, as it will take you from New Orleans to Atlanta in about 9h 15m —that's the fastest way to get there!

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