Train from Rochester, NY, US to New Orleans: Tickets & Timetables

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Rochester to New Orleans on 10 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
AmtrakTrain
Louise M. Slaughter Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Louise M. Slaughter Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Louise M. Slaughter Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Louise M. Slaughter Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
AmtrakTrain
Louise M. Slaughter Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags

Compare 2 ways to travel from Rochester 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, 18 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 853, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
1d 18hAverage duration
1840 kmDistance
46kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 1 853 - R 9 213Average duration1d 18h
46kg CO₂e
Average priceR 3 379 - R 38 171Average duration1d 17h
167kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Rochester, NY, 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Rochester to New Orleans?

    The cheapest train tickets from Rochester to New Orleans start from R 3 379. The average price for this train route is around R 6 091. 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 Rochester to New Orleans?

    The average train journey time from Rochester to New Orleans is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 1840 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 12h and is operated by Amtrak.

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

    Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

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

    The earliest train from Rochester to New Orleans departs at 05:40. And the latest train departs at 23:29.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
07/01
No data
08/01
R 6 963
Today
No data
10/01
R 4 462
11/01
No data
12/01
No data
13/01
R 3 888
14/01
R 4 496
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Rochester, NY, US to New Orleans was searched and found on 13 Jan 2026 with a price of R 3 888

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

You can expect to pay from R 3 888 to R 35 913 for a train ticket from Rochester, NY, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 888, which is on 2026-01-13.

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