How much is the train ticket from New Orleans to Baltimore?

The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Baltimore start from $169. The average price for this train route is around $336. 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 New Orleans to Baltimore?

The average train ride duration from New Orleans to Baltimore is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 998 miles (1610 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the New Orleans to Baltimore route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from New Orleans to Baltimore?

The earliest train departs from New Orleans to Baltimore at 9:10am. And the latest train departs at 1:45pm.

Train New Orleans to Baltimore from $162 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Baltimore on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 7h	5:47pm	Penn Station	Cheapest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 4h	3:00pm	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	Fastest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 5h	3:21pm	BWI Airport - Amtrak/MARC Station	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 5h	3:17pm	Penn Station	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 7h	5:47pm	Penn Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:32 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Baltimore

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Baltimore. The journey takes about 1 day, 3 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $115, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day

1d 3hAverage Duration

996 milesDistance

40kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$115 - $470	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$169 - $1,460	Average Duration1d 5h	CO₂ emissions 146kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in New Orleans and Baltimore?

New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Baltimore

A
Baltimore Airport
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B
Penn Station
7 St Paul St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,651 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5651 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 $169

Amtrak New Orleans Baltimore recent customer reviews

The staff was nice and helpful until our stop and one of the employees was very rude to us and threatened to not let us off the train.

Anita G.

June 27, 2025

Train and bus companies in US:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from New Orleans to Baltimore 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 New Orleans to Baltimore?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Baltimore start from $169. The average price for this train route is around $336. 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 New Orleans to Baltimore?
The average train ride duration from New Orleans to Baltimore is 1d 5h, covering a distance of 998 miles (1610 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 4h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the New Orleans to Baltimore route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from New Orleans to Baltimore?
The earliest train departs from New Orleans to Baltimore at 9:10am. And the latest train departs at 1:45pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/14

$344

12/15

$198

Today

$300

12/17

$162

12/18

$162

12/19

$198

12/20

$198

12/21

$198

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Baltimore was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $162

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

You can expect to pay from $162 to $1,455 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Baltimore based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $162 which is on 2025-12-17.