Train tickets from Philadelphia, PA to New Orleans

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Next departures from Philadelphia to New Orleans on 2 November
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Amtrak
    30th Street Station
    Union Passenger TerminalCheapestFastest
    Amtrak
      30th Street Station
      Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
      Amtrak
        30th Street Station
        Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
        Amtrak
          30th Street Station
          Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
          Amtrak
            30th Street Station
            Union Passenger TerminalNo tags

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            Compare 2 ways to travel from Philadelphia 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, 13 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            26bus per day
            1d 13hAverage duration
            1755 kmDistance
            44kgCO₂ emissions
            Average priceUS$97 - US$369Average duration1d 13h
            44kg CO₂e
            Average priceUS$171 - US$1 867Average duration1d 6h
            159kg CO₂e

            Train Philadelphia, PA to New Orleans: Trip Overview

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            Average ticket priceUS$171
            Average train trip duration1d 6h
            Number of daily trains1
            Earliest train departure12:00
            Distance1751 km
            Latest train departure15:38

            Philadelphia to New Orleans Train

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Philadelphia, PA - New Orleans

            1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Philadelphia to New Orleans cost?

              The average train ticket price from Philadelphia to New Orleans is US$171. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Philadelphia to New Orleans is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the train trip from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

              A train trip between Philadelphia and New Orleans is around 1d 6h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 6h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1754 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily train are there between Philadelphia and New Orleans?

              The number of trains from Philadelphia to New Orleans can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Philadelphia to New Orleans by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which train companies travel from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

              When taking the train from Philadelphia to New Orleans, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

            Find cheapest prices for trains

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

            Best price found
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            US$289
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            US$289
            Today
            US$241
            02/11
            US$348
            03/11
            US$289
            04/11
            US$200
            05/11
            US$200
            06/11
            US$241
            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to New Orleans was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of US$200

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

            You can expect to pay from US$200 to US$1 587 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$200, which is on 2025-11-04.

            About Train Travel

            Train Travel Tips

            Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Philadelphia and New Orleans is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in New Orleans.

            Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to New Orleans you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

            By choosing the train between Philadelphia and New Orleans, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

            Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Philadelphia to New Orleans.

            Did you know?

            Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

            Japanese trains are always on time. It is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologise to each passenger.

            The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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