Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Union Passenger Terminal | Alexandria Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Passenger Terminal | Alexandria Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Passenger Terminal | Alexandria Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Passenger Terminal | Alexandria Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Union Passenger Terminal | Alexandria Station | No tags |
Get from New Orleans to Alexandria
The journey takes about 1 day, 23 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 3 453, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5746 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 3 453
Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Alexandria, VA, US 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 New Orleans to Alexandria?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Alexandria start from R 3 453. The average price for this train route is around R 5 980. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from New Orleans to Alexandria?
The average train journey time from New Orleans to Alexandria is 1d 23h, covering a distance of 1546 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the New Orleans to Alexandria route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from New Orleans to Alexandria?
The earliest train from New Orleans to Alexandria departs at 09:10. And the latest train departs at 13:45.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Alexandria, VA, US was searched and found on 18 Jan 2026 with a price of R 5 017To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from New Orleans to Alexandria, VA, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 5 017 to R 18 165 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Alexandria, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 5 135, which is on 2026-01-21.
