Trains from Memphis, TN to New Orleans, LA

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Today30 Apr
Tomorrow1 May
from US$69
Thu2 May
from US$83
Fri3 May
from US$123
Sat4 May
from US$83
Sun5 May
from US$69
Mon6 May
from US$69
Tue7 May

Trains leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: 1 May at
    Departure city: Memphis
    Departure location: Memphis Central Station
    Arrival time: 1 May at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: Union Passenger Terminal
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
    US$69
Train Memphis to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Train Memphis to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$73
Average train trip duration9h 7m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure04:40
Distance358 miles
Latest train departure06:40
Please note, this information is subject to change.
Train Companies

Train Companies

Amtrak Memphis New Orleans recent customer reviews

I enjoyed how timely everything was, as well as the cleanliness of the train

Mekel H.11 March 2024

Enjoyable trip

Craig B.1 November 2023

We enjoyed travelling on Amtrak, the service very professional and the seating lovely and spaceous.

Alison A.12 October 2023
US train company: Brightline

Memphis to New Orleans Trains

Information on this train trip

Daily Trains1
Earliest and Latest Train Departures04:40 - 06:40
Minimum PriceUS$69
Average Ticket PriceUS$73
Minimum Trip Duration9h7m
Average Train Trip Duration9h7m
Distance358 miles
Train Companies on This RouteAmtrak
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions on the trip Memphis - New Orleans

The average train ticket price from Memphis to New Orleans is US$73. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Memphis 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!

A train trip between Memphis and New Orleans is around 9h 7m, although the fastest train will take about 9h 7m. This is the time it takes to travel the 359 miles that separates the two cities.

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

When taking the train from Memphis to New Orleans, 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.

Best price found
28/04
US$56
29/04
US$123
Today
US$56
01/05
US$56
02/05
US$56
03/05
US$89
04/05
US$83
05/05
US$55
The cheapest trip from Memphis to New Orleans was searched and found on 5 May 2024 with a price of US$55

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

You can expect to pay from US$55 to US$123 for a train ticket from Memphis to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$55, which is on 2024-05-05.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Memphis and New Orleans is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in New Orleans.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to New Orleans you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Memphis and New Orleans, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

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

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

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

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
Vehicle typeTravel timeAvg priceDaily departures
Vehicle typeBusTravel time20hAvg priceUS$103Daily departures4
Vehicle typeTrainTravel time9h 7mAvg priceUS$73Daily departures1

The best way to travel between Memphis and New Orleans 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$73 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from US$59. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to New Orleans, choose the train, as it will take you from Memphis to New Orleans in about 9h 7m – that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Memphis by train?

Train from New Orleans to Memphis

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