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

The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Raleigh start from $172. The average price for this train route is around $207. 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 Raleigh?

The average train ride duration from New Orleans to Raleigh is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 774 miles (1248 km). The quickest train can get you there in 23h 55m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the New Orleans to Raleigh route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.

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

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

Train New Orleans to Raleigh from $165 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Raleigh on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 4h	7:41pm	Union Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 12:56 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Raleigh

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Raleigh. The journey takes about 20 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

20h 5mAverage Duration

777 milesDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$120 - $384	Average Duration20h 5m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$172 - $1,998	Average Duration1d 3h	CO₂ emissions 114kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,648 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5648 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 $172

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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Raleigh start from $172. The average price for this train route is around $207. 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 Raleigh?
The average train ride duration from New Orleans to Raleigh is 1d 3h, covering a distance of 774 miles (1248 km). The quickest train can get you there in 23h 55m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the New Orleans to Raleigh route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from New Orleans to Raleigh?
The earliest train departs from New Orleans to Raleigh 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

12/13

$198

12/14

$270

Today

$198

12/16

No data

12/17

$165

12/18

$165

12/19

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12/20

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The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Raleigh was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $165

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 Raleigh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $165 to $1,936 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Raleigh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $165 which is on 2025-12-17.