How much does a train ticket cost from New Orleans to Los Angeles?

The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Los Angeles start from £116. The average price for this train route is around £230. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from New Orleans to Los Angeles?

The average train journey time from New Orleans to Los Angeles is 2d 20h, covering a distance of 1666 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 22h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the New Orleans to Los Angeles route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from New Orleans to Los Angeles?

The earliest train from New Orleans to Los Angeles departs at 09:00. And the latest train departs at 13:45.

Train New Orleans to Los Angeles from £111 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Los Angeles on 29 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	09:00	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	05:35	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Next departures from New Orleans to Los Angeles on 1 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:00	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	05:35	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:00	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:00	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:00	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 20h	07:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Los Angeles on 2 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 20h	07:57	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 20h	07:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Los Angeles on 3 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:00	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	05:35	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:00	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:00	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	09:00	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	05:35	Union Station	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 20h	07:57	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Los Angeles on 4 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	3d 17h	05:35	Union Station	Cheapest
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 20h	07:57	Union Station	Fastest
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 20h	07:57	Union Station	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	3d 17h	05:35	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 21:28 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Los Angeles

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 2 days, 40 minutes and with fares starting at just £109, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

2d Average duration

1654 milesDistance

67kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£109 - £377	Average duration2d	CO₂ emissions 67kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£116 - £2,682	Average duration2d 20h	CO₂ emissions 244kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in New Orleans and Los Angeles, US?

New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Los Angeles, US

A
Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA
B
UCLA
571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
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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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £116

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Los Angeles, US 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 New Orleans to Los Angeles?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Los Angeles start from £116. The average price for this train route is around £230. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from New Orleans to Los Angeles?
The average train journey time from New Orleans to Los Angeles is 2d 20h, covering a distance of 1666 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 22h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the New Orleans to Los Angeles route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from New Orleans to Los Angeles?
The earliest train from New Orleans to Los Angeles departs at 09:00. And the latest train departs at 13:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

26/11

£230

27/11

£1,726

Today

£1,249

29/11

£799

30/11

£266

01/12

£277

02/12

£343

03/12

£191

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Los Angeles, US was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £191

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 Los Angeles, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £191 to £1,726 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Los Angeles, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £191, which is on 2025-12-03.