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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 | Durham Station | Union Passenger Terminal | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Durham Station | Union Passenger Terminal | No tags | ||||
| Train | Durham Station | Union Passenger Terminal | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Durham to New Orleans
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 22 hours and with fares starting at just $96, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5645 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $167
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Durham, NC, US to New Orleans by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Durham to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Durham to New Orleans start from $167. The average price for this train route is around $201. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Durham to New Orleans?
The average train ride duration from Durham to New Orleans is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 769 miles (1240 km). The quickest train can get you there in 23h 24m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Durham to New Orleans route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Durham to New Orleans?
The earliest train departs from Durham to New Orleans at 6:04pm. And the latest train departs at 6:04pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Durham, NC, US to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 12, 2025 with a price of $193To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Durham, NC, US to New Orleans, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $193 to $696 for a train ticket from Durham, NC, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $193 which is on 2025-12-15.
