How much is the train ticket from Greenville to New Orleans?

The cheapest train tickets from Greenville to New Orleans start from R 2 312. The average price for this train route is around R 2 813. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Greenville to New Orleans?

The average train journey time from Greenville to New Orleans is 16h 41m, covering a distance of 903 km. The quickest train can get you there in 12h 59m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Greenville 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 Greenville to New Orleans?

The earliest train from Greenville to New Orleans departs at 05:31. And the latest train departs at 05:31.

Train Greenville to New Orleans from R 2 213 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Greenville to New Orleans on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	05:31	Greenville Station	16h 41m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	05:31	Greenville Station	16h 41m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 5:58 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Greenville 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 15 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 412, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

15h 45mAverage duration

910 kmDistance

23kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 412 - R 4 766	Average duration15h 45m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 312 - R 13 924	Average duration16h 41m	CO₂ emissions 82kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5639 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 2 312

US train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Greenville, SC 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 Greenville to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Greenville to New Orleans start from R 2 312. The average price for this train route is around R 2 813. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Greenville to New Orleans?
The average train journey time from Greenville to New Orleans is 16h 41m, covering a distance of 903 km. The quickest train can get you there in 12h 59m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Greenville 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 Greenville to New Orleans?
The earliest train from Greenville to New Orleans departs at 05:31. And the latest train departs at 05:31.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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R 2 213

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The cheapest trip from Greenville, SC to New Orleans was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 213

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 213 to R 8 610 for a train ticket from Greenville, SC to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 213, which is on 2025-12-14.