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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Mattoon | Union Passenger Terminal | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Mattoon | Union Passenger Terminal | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 08:00 CDT.
Get from Mattoon to New Orleans
The journey takes about 16 hours 11 minutes, and with fares starting at just CHF 96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5792 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 CHF 96
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Mattoon 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 Mattoon to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Mattoon to New Orleans start from CHF 96. The average price for this train route is around CHF 140. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Mattoon to New Orleans?
The average train journey time from Mattoon to New Orleans is 16h 11m, covering a distance of 1072 km. The fastest train gets you there in 16h 11m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Mattoon 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 Mattoon to New Orleans?
The earliest train from Mattoon to New Orleans departs at 23:36. And the latest train departs at 23:36.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Mattoon to New Orleans was searched and found on 9 May 2026 with a price of CHF 114To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Mattoon to New Orleans as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CHF 114 to CHF 414 for a train ticket from Mattoon to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CHF 114, which is on 2026-05-09.
