Train from Baltimore to New Orleans: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Baltimore to New Orleans on 29 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Penn Station
Union Passenger TerminalCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Penn Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
Amtrak
BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
Amtrak
BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
Amtrak
BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC 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 1 632, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day
1d 6hAverage duration
1616 kmDistance
40kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 632 - R 5 705Average duration1d 6h
40kg CO₂e
Average priceR 2 179 - R 14 758Average 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 2 179. The average price for this train route is around R 3 359. 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 17:00.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
26/01
R 2 640
27/01
R 3 226
Today
R 3 226
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R 3 226
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Baltimore to New Orleans was searched and found on 26 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 640

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 2 640 to R 12 317 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 3 226, which is on 2026-01-29.

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