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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Durham
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Durham. The journey takes about 19 hours and with fares starting at just R 2 783, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5650 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 3 460
Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Durham, NC, 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 Durham?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Durham start from R 3 460. The average price for this train route is around R 3 531. 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 Durham?
The average train journey time from New Orleans to Durham is 23h 13m, covering a distance of 1240 km. The quickest train can get you there in 23h 13m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the New Orleans to Durham 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 New Orleans to Durham?
The earliest train from New Orleans to Durham departs at 09:10. And the latest train departs at 09:10.
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 Durham, NC, US was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 755To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from New Orleans to Durham, NC, US as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 755 to R 11 792 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Durham, NC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 755, which is on 2025-12-20.
What's the cheapest way to go from New Orleans to Durham, NC, US?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between New Orleans and Durham, NC, US is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 3 531 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 3 460. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Durham, NC, US, choose the train, as it will take you from New Orleans to Durham, NC, US in about 19h – that's the fastest way to get there!
