Train from New Orleans to Boston, MA, US: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Boston on 27 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Union Passenger Terminal
Back Bay StationCheapestFastest
AmtrakTrain
Union Passenger Terminal
Back Bay StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Passenger Terminal
Back Bay StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Passenger Terminal
Back Bay StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Passenger Terminal
South Station (Train Terminal)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Boston

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Boston. The journey takes about 1 day, 15 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 909, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day
1d 15hAverage duration
2187 kmDistance
55kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 909 - R 8 024Average duration1d 15h
55kg CO₂e
Average priceR 3 525 - R 25 727Average duration1d 15h
199kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Boston, MA, US 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 New Orleans to Boston?

    The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Boston start from R 3 525. The average price for this train route is around R 6 689. 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 New Orleans to Boston?

    The average train journey time from New Orleans to Boston is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 2185 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the New Orleans to Boston route?

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 4 trains available per day.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from New Orleans to Boston?

    The earliest train from New Orleans to Boston 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.

Best price found
24/01
R 7 036
25/01
R 5 195
Today
R 6 444
27/01
R 5 359
28/01
R 4 455
29/01
R 3 732
30/01
R 4 011
31/01
R 4 011
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New Orleans to Boston, MA, US was searched and found on 29 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 732

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 732 to R 23 736 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Boston, MA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 732, which is on 2026-01-29.

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