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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Union Passenger Terminal | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Union Passenger Terminal | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Albany to New Orleans
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £93, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Albany, NY and New Orleans?
Train Companies
Based on 5641 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 £143
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY to New Orleans by train
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How much does a train ticket cost from Albany to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Albany to New Orleans start from £143. The average price for this train route is around £242. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Albany to New Orleans?
The average train journey time from Albany to New Orleans is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 1257 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Albany to New Orleans route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Albany to New Orleans?
The earliest train from Albany to New Orleans departs at 10:05. And the latest train departs at 19:05.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to New Orleans was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of £175To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Albany, NY to New Orleans as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £175 to £1,584 for a train ticket from Albany, NY to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £175, which is on 2025-12-15.
