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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Harrisburg, PA | Union Passenger Terminal | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Harrisburg, PA | Union Passenger Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Train | Harrisburg, PA | Union Passenger Terminal | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Harrisburg to New Orleans
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 9 hours 7 minutes and with fares starting at just R 3 634, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5635 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 3 634
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Harrisburg 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 Harrisburg to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Harrisburg to New Orleans start from R 3 634. The average price for this train route is around R 5 025. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Harrisburg to New Orleans?
The average train journey time from Harrisburg to New Orleans is 1d 9h, covering a distance of 1658 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Harrisburg to New Orleans route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Harrisburg to New Orleans?
The earliest train from Harrisburg to New Orleans departs at 11:20. And the latest train departs at 13:05.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Harrisburg to New Orleans was searched and found on 15 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 491To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Harrisburg to New Orleans as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 3 491 to R 14 783 for a train ticket from Harrisburg to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 3 491, which is on 2025-12-15.
