How much is the train ticket from New Orleans to New York City?

The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to New York City start at $248. The average price for this train route is around $379. 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 New York City?

The average train trip from New Orleans to New York City takes 2d 2h and covers 1885 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the New Orleans to New York City route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day.

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

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

Train New Orleans to New York City from $238 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for New Orleans to New York City on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 3h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to New York City on December 2
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to New York City on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to New York City on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to New York City on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 7h	5:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 7h	5:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 5:02 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $163, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

38bus per day

1d 11hAverage Duration

1895 kmDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$163 - $678	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$248 - $3,120	Average Duration2d 2h	CO₂ emissions 171kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in New Orleans and New York City?

New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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New York City

A
Penn Station
254 W 31st St, New York, NY 10001, USA

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,610 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5610 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 WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $248

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to New York City 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 New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to New York City start at $248. The average price for this train route is around $379. 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 New York City?
The average train trip from New Orleans to New York City takes 2d 2h and covers 1885 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the New Orleans to New York City route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from New Orleans to New York City?
The earliest train from New Orleans to New York City 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

11-26

$1,046

11-27

$562

Today

$780

11-29

$969

11-30

$1,865

12-01

$652

12-02

$398

12-03

$349

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to New York City was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $349

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 New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $349 to $3,593 for a train ticket from New Orleans to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $349 which is on 2025-12-03.