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

The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Washington start from R 2 775. The average price for this train route is around R 3 643. 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 Washington?

The average train journey time from New Orleans to Washington is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 1556 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the New Orleans to Washington 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 Washington?

The earliest train from New Orleans to Washington departs at 09:10. And the latest train departs at 13:45.

Train New Orleans to Washington from R 2 662 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Washington on 28 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 3h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 3h	18:44	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Washington on 29 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Washington on 30 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:10	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 3h	13:47	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:10	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 3h	13:47	Union Station	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 3h	18:44	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Washington on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:10	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 3h	13:47	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:10	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 3h	13:47	Union Station	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Washington on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:10	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 3h	13:47	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	09:10	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 3h	13:47	Union Station	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Washington on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	13:10	Union Station	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 3h	18:44	Union Station	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 3h	18:44	Union Station	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Washington on 3 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	13:10	Union Station	CheapestFastest
	Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 22h	13:10	Union Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:25 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Washington

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 679, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

1d 3hAverage duration

1569 kmDistance

39kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 679 - R 7 807	Average duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 775 - R 23 318	Average duration1d 22h	CO₂ emissions 142kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in New Orleans and Washington, DC, US?

New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 751 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 2 775

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Washington, DC, 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 Washington?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Washington start from R 2 775. The average price for this train route is around R 3 643. 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 Washington?
The average train journey time from New Orleans to Washington is 1d 22h, covering a distance of 1556 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the New Orleans to Washington 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 Washington?
The earliest train from New Orleans to Washington 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 3 254

25/01

R 2 662

Today

R 5 538

27/01

R 5 012

28/01

R 4 617

29/01

R 5 012

30/01

R 3 254

31/01

R 3 254

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of R 2 662

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 Washington, DC, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 2 662 to R 23 053 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Washington, DC, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 254, which is on 2026-01-30.