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

The cheapest train tickets from Meridian to New Orleans start from R 612. The average price for this train route is around R 612. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Meridian to New Orleans is 4h 53m, covering a distance of 300 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 53m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Meridian 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 Meridian to New Orleans?

The earliest train from Meridian to New Orleans departs at 16:19. And the latest train departs at 16:19.

Train Meridian to New Orleans from R 571 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Meridian to New Orleans on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	16:19	Union Station	4h 53m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	16:19	Union Station	4h 53m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Meridian 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	16:19	Union Station	4h 53m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	16:19	Union Station	4h 53m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Meridian to New Orleans on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	16:19	Union Station	4h 53m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	16:19	Union Station	4h 53m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Meridian to New Orleans on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	16:19	Union Station	4h 53m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	16:19	Union Station	4h 53m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Meridian to New Orleans on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	16:19	Union Station	4h 53m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	16:19	Union Station	4h 53m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Meridian to New Orleans on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	16:19	Union Station	4h 53m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	16:19	Union Station	4h 53m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Meridian to New Orleans on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	16:19	Union Station	4h 53m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	16:19	Union Station	4h 53m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Meridian to New Orleans on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	16:19	Union Station	4h 53m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	16:19	Union Station	4h 53m	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 1:45 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Meridian 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 3 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 375, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 35mAverage duration

300 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 375 - R 2 338	Average duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 612 - R 773	Average duration4h 53m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Meridian and New Orleans?

Meridian

A
Union Station
1901 Front St, Meridian, MS 39301, USA
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New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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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 612

Amtrak Meridian New Orleans recent customer reviews

Rough ride

Dennis L.

9 September 2024

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Meridian 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 Meridian to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Meridian to New Orleans start from R 612. The average price for this train route is around R 612. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Meridian to New Orleans?
The average train journey time from Meridian to New Orleans is 4h 53m, covering a distance of 300 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 53m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Meridian 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 Meridian to New Orleans?
The earliest train from Meridian to New Orleans departs at 16:19. And the latest train departs at 16:19.

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 571

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R 571

Today

R 727

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R 727

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R 571

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R 571

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R 571

The cheapest trip from Meridian to New Orleans was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 571

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

You can expect to pay from R 571 to R 5 586 for a train ticket from Meridian to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 571, which is on 2025-12-15.