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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train
| Jackson Station | Union Passenger Terminal | CheapestFastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 2:27 PM CDT.
Compare 2 ways to go from Jackson to New Orleans
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 3 hours 58 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Customers praise Amtrak for providing an amazing experience with great staff. They appreciate the smooth and gentle ride without any issues. Many plan to use Amtrak again in the future.
Amtrak Jackson New Orleans recent customer reviews
It was amazing. Great staff too. I will be using Amtrak in the future.
Temiloluwa A.
Smooth gentle ride with no problem
Naomi B.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Jackson, MS, 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 Jackson to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Jackson to New Orleans start from $30. The average price for this train route is around $44. 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 Jackson to New Orleans?
The average train ride duration from Jackson to New Orleans is 3h 58m, covering a distance of 163 miles (263 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 58m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Jackson 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 Jackson to New Orleans?
The earliest train departs from Jackson to New Orleans at 9:49am. And the latest train departs at 11:49am.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Jackson, MS, US to New Orleans was searched and found on Oct 13, 2026 with a price of $41To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Jackson, MS, US to New Orleans, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $41 to $195 for a train ticket from Jackson, MS, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $41 which is on 2026-10-20.
