How much does a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia to New Orleans cost?

The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to New Orleans is $299. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Philadelphia to New Orleans 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!

How long is the trip from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

A train trip between Philadelphia and New Orleans is around 1d 6h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 6h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1754 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Philadelphia and New Orleans?

The number of trains from Philadelphia to New Orleans 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 Philadelphia to New Orleans by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

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

Train Philadelphia to New Orleans from $236 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Orleans on December 2
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Orleans on December 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Orleans on December 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Orleans on December 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Orleans on December 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
Train	12:00pm	30th Street Station	2d 4h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
Train	12:00pm	30th Street Station	2d 4h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
Train	12:00pm	30th Street Station	2d 4h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Orleans on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
Train	12:00pm	30th Street Station	2d 4h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
Train	12:00pm	30th Street Station	2d 4h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
Train	12:00pm	30th Street Station	2d 4h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Orleans on December 8
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:42 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 13 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $168, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day

1d 13hAverage Duration

1755 kmDistance

44kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$168 - $562	Average Duration1d 13h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$246 - $2,678	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 159kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,619 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5619 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 $246

Amtrak Philadelphia New Orleans recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the friendliness. I did not enjoy the lack of breaks to stretch and/or smoke.

Victoria Y.

July 31, 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA to New Orleans by train

How much does a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia to New Orleans cost?
The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to New Orleans is $299. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Philadelphia to New Orleans 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!
How long is the trip from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
A train trip between Philadelphia and New Orleans is around 1d 6h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 6h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1754 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily trains are there between Philadelphia and New Orleans?
The number of trains from Philadelphia to New Orleans 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 Philadelphia to New Orleans by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which train companies travel from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
When taking the train from Philadelphia to New Orleans, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11-29

$603

11-30

$1,135

Today

$1,135

12-02

$415

12-03

$346

12-04

$287

12-05

$346

12-06

$287

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $287

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

You can expect to pay from $287 to $2,586 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $287 which is on 2025-12-04.