Train from Wilmington, DE to New Orleans: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Wilmington to New Orleans on 29 January
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Wilmington Station
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Wilmington Station
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Wilmington to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just €91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day
1d 14hAverage duration
1712 kmDistance
43kgCO₂ emissions
Average price€91 - €331Average duration1d 14h
43kg CO₂e
Average price€126 - €1,381Average duration1d 6h
156kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wilmington, DE 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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Wilmington to New Orleans?

    The cheapest train tickets from Wilmington to New Orleans start from €126. The average price for this train route is around €214. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Wilmington to New Orleans?

    The average train journey time from Wilmington to New Orleans is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1712 km. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Wilmington to New Orleans route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Wilmington to New Orleans?

    The earliest train from Wilmington to New Orleans departs at 11:33. And the latest train departs at 16:02.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Wilmington, DE to New Orleans was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of €171

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

You can expect to pay from €171 to €550 for a train ticket from Wilmington, DE to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €171, which is on 2026-01-29.

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