Train from Baltimore to New Orleans: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from Baltimore to New Orleans on 13 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station
Union Passenger TerminalCheapest
AmtrakTrain
BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station
Union Passenger TerminalFastest
AmtrakTrain
Penn Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Penn Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Penn Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Baltimore 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, 6 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 862, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
1d 6hAverage duration
1616 kmDistance
40kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 862 - R 6 090Average duration1d 6h
40kg CO₂e
Average priceR 2 921 - R 26 725Average duration1d 6h
145kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Baltimore 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Baltimore to New Orleans?

    The cheapest train tickets from Baltimore to New Orleans start from R 2 921. The average price for this train route is around R 3 923. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

    The average train journey time from Baltimore to New Orleans is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1597 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 1h and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 3 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Baltimore to New Orleans departs at 10:28. And the latest train departs at 17:07.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
10/12
R 4 946
11/12
R 4 946
Today
R 5 223
13/12
R 3 718
14/12
R 3 718
15/12
R 4 946
16/12
R 4 133
17/12
R 2 802
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Baltimore to New Orleans was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 802

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 802 to R 42 004 for a train ticket from Baltimore to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 802, which is on 2025-12-17.

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