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Get from Alexandria to New Orleans
The journey takes about 2 days, 2 hours 4 minutes, and with fares starting at just £127, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5749 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 £127
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Alexandria, VA, US to New Orleans by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Alexandria to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Alexandria to New Orleans start from £127. The average price for this train route is around £286. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Alexandria to New Orleans?
The average train journey time from Alexandria to New Orleans is 2d 2h, covering a distance of 959 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 23h 41m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Alexandria 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 Alexandria to New Orleans?
The earliest train from Alexandria to New Orleans departs at 14:43. And the latest train departs at 18:49.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Alexandria, VA, US to New Orleans was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of £121To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Alexandria, VA, US to New Orleans as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £121 to £757 for a train ticket from Alexandria, VA, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £121, which is on 2026-01-28.
