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

The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to New Orleans start from R 3 133. The average price for this train route is around R 6 073. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Richmond to New Orleans?

The average train journey time from Richmond to New Orleans is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 1440 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Richmond to New Orleans 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 Richmond to New Orleans?

The earliest train from Richmond to New Orleans departs at 03:52. And the latest train departs at 12:52.

Train Richmond to New Orleans from R 2 941 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Richmond to New Orleans on 2 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:06	Staples Mill Road	1d 7h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
12:52	Staples Mill Road	2d 3h	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
12:52	Staples Mill Road	2d 3h	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
11:06	Staples Mill Road	1d 7h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
11:06	Staples Mill Road	1d 7h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to New Orleans on 3 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:06	Staples Mill Road	1d 7h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
03:52	Staples Mill Road	1d 14h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
03:52	Staples Mill Road	1d 14h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
03:52	Staples Mill Road	1d 16h	19:35	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
03:52	Staples Mill Road	1d 16h	19:35	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Richmond to New Orleans on 4 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:06	Staples Mill Road	1d 7h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
12:52	Staples Mill Road	2d 3h	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
12:52	Staples Mill Road	2d 3h	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
03:52	Staples Mill Road	1d 14h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
03:52	Staples Mill Road	1d 14h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 10:57 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Richmond to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 780, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

1d 7hAverage duration

1451 kmDistance

36kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 780 - R 6 963	Average duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 133 - R 18 848	Average duration2d 3h	CO₂ emissions 131kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Richmond, VA, US and New Orleans?

Richmond, VA, US

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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New Orleans

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

Amtrak

4/55 754 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5754 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 3 064

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Richmond, VA, US to New Orleans 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 Richmond to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Richmond to New Orleans start from R 3 133. The average price for this train route is around R 6 073. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Richmond to New Orleans?
The average train journey time from Richmond to New Orleans is 2d 3h, covering a distance of 1440 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Richmond to New Orleans 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 Richmond to New Orleans?
The earliest train from Richmond to New Orleans departs at 03:52. And the latest train departs at 12:52.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

31/01

R 4 403

01/02

R 7 127

Today

R 3 921

03/02

R 3 921

04/02

R 3 539

05/02

R 3 007

06/02

R 3 007

07/02

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The cheapest trip from Richmond, VA, US to New Orleans was searched and found on 05 Feb 2026 with a price of R 3 007

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Richmond, VA, US to New Orleans as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 3 007 to R 23 740 for a train ticket from Richmond, VA, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 007, which is on 2026-02-05.