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

The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Tucson start from $156. The average price for this train route is around $191. 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 Tucson?

The average train ride duration from New Orleans to Tucson is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1242 miles (2002 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 12h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the New Orleans to Tucson 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 New Orleans to Tucson?

The earliest train departs from New Orleans to Tucson at 9:00am. And the latest train departs at 1:45pm.

Train New Orleans to Tucson from $149 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for New Orleans to Tucson on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:00am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 12h	8:00pm	Tucson Station	CheapestFastest
Train	9:00am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 12h	8:00pm	Tucson Station	No tags
Train	9:00am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 12h	8:00pm	Tucson Station	No tags
Train	9:00am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 12h	8:00pm	Tucson Station	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	3d 7h	8:00pm	Tucson Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:09 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to Tucson

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Tucson. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $115, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

1241 milesDistance

50kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$115 - $380	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 50kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$156 - $2,478	Average Duration1d 12h	CO₂ emissions 182kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,638 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5638 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 $156

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 Tucson 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 Tucson?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Tucson start from $156. The average price for this train route is around $191. 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 Tucson?
The average train ride duration from New Orleans to Tucson is 1d 12h, covering a distance of 1242 miles (2002 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 12h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the New Orleans to Tucson 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 New Orleans to Tucson?
The earliest train departs from New Orleans to Tucson at 9:00am. And the latest train departs at 1:45pm.

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

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$149

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The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Tucson was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $149

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 Tucson, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $149 to $1,689 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Tucson based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $149 which is on 2025-12-13.