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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 R 2 823, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5740 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 R 2 823
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 differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Alexandria to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Alexandria to New Orleans start from R 2 823. The average price for this train route is around R 6 391. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 1546 km. The quickest train can get 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 22 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 708To 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 R 2 708 to R 16 263 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 R 2 708, which is on 2026-01-22.
