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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Washington
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Washington. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 348, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in New Orleans and Washington, DC, US?
Train Companies
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 2 913
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 2 913. The average price for this train route is around R 5 037. 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 6h, 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 3 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.
The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Washington, DC, US was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 794To 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 2 794 to R 23 677 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 2 794, which is on 2025-12-17.
