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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Indianapolis to New Orleans
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 2 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 940, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Indianapolis and New Orleans?
Train Companies
Based on 5638 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 2 957
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Indianapolis to New Orleans start from R 2 957. The average price for this train route is around R 4 639. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Indianapolis to New Orleans?
The average train journey time from Indianapolis to New Orleans is 1d 10h, covering a distance of 1149 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to New Orleans?
The earliest train from Indianapolis to New Orleans departs at 00:15. And the latest train departs at 06:00.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Indianapolis to New Orleans was searched and found on 11 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 306To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Indianapolis to New Orleans as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 4 306 to R 21 287 for a train ticket from Indianapolis to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 306, which is on 2025-12-15.
