Train from Seattle to New Orleans: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Seattle to New Orleans on 24 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Seattle King Street Station
Union Passenger TerminalCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Seattle King Street Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
Amtrak
Seattle King Street Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
Amtrak
Seattle King Street Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 4:39 PM PST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Seattle 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 2 days, 19 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 081, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
2d 19hAverage duration
3377 kmDistance
84kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 081 - R 13 653Average duration2d 19h
84kg CO₂e
Average priceR 5 120 - R 80 807Average duration4d 3h
307kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Seattle 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 Seattle to New Orleans?

    The cheapest train tickets from Seattle to New Orleans start from R 5 120. The average price for this train route is around R 13 070. 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 Seattle to New Orleans?

    The average train journey time from Seattle to New Orleans is 4d 3h, covering a distance of 3378 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 20h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Seattle to New Orleans 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 Seattle to New Orleans?

    The earliest train from Seattle to New Orleans departs at 09:55. And the latest train departs at 16:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
21/12
R 20 716
22/12
R 37 308
Today
R 29 696
24/12
R 13 993
25/12
R 17 705
26/12
R 10 760
27/12
R 23 093
28/12
R 13 993
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Seattle to New Orleans was searched and found on 26 Dec 2025 with a price of R 10 760

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

You can expect to pay from R 10 760 to R 74 856 for a train ticket from Seattle to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 10 760, which is on 2025-12-26.

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