Train from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA: Tickets & Timetables

Next train departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Philadelphia on 5 February
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Union Passenger Terminal
30th Street StationCheapest
AmtrakTrain
Union Passenger Terminal
30th Street StationFastest
AmtrakTrain
Union Passenger Terminal
30th Street StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Passenger Terminal
30th Street StationNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Union Passenger Terminal
30th Street StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: 01/28/2026 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Philadelphia

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Philadelphia. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 873, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

23bus per day
1d 11hAverage duration
1752 kmDistance
44kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 873 - R 5 509Average duration1d 11h
44kg CO₂e
Average priceR 2 794 - R 8 577Average duration2d
159kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia?

    The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Philadelphia start from R 2 794. The average price for this train route is around R 5 229. 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 Philadelphia?

    The average train journey time from New Orleans to Philadelphia is 2d , covering a distance of 1752 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 2 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from New Orleans to Philadelphia 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
02/02
R 5 098
03/02
R 6 062
Today
R 4 559
05/02
R 4 477
06/02
R 3 268
07/02
R 3 268
08/02
R 2 680
09/02
R 4 673
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA was searched and found on 08 Feb 2026 with a price of R 2 680

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 Philadelphia, PA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 680 to R 22 547 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Philadelphia, PA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 680, which is on 2026-02-08.

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