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

The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Meridian 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 New Orleans to Meridian?

The average train journey time from New Orleans to Meridian is 4h 17m, covering a distance of 300 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 17m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the New Orleans to Meridian 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 Meridian?

The earliest train from New Orleans to Meridian departs at 09:10. And the latest train departs at 09:10.

Train New Orleans to Meridian from R 571 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Meridian on 13 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	09:10	Union Passenger Terminal	4h 17m	13:27	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	09:10	Union Passenger Terminal	4h 17m	13:27	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Meridian on 15 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	09:10	Union Passenger Terminal	4h 17m	13:27	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:56 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Meridian

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Meridian. The journey takes about 3 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 436, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

3h 25mAverage duration

300 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 436 - R 1 801	Average duration3h 25m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 612 - R 7 879	Average duration4h 17m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

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

New Orleans

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

A
Union Station
1901 Front St, Meridian, MS 39301, 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

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Meridian 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 Meridian?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Meridian 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 New Orleans to Meridian?
The average train journey time from New Orleans to Meridian is 4h 17m, covering a distance of 300 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 17m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the New Orleans to Meridian 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 Meridian?
The earliest train from New Orleans to Meridian 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.

Best price found

10/12

R 571

11/12

R 571

Today

R 727

13/12

R 727

14/12

No data

15/12

R 3 666

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No data

17/12

R 571

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Meridian 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 New Orleans to Meridian as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 571 to R 4 203 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Meridian based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 571, which is on 2025-12-17.