How much is the train ticket from Saint Paul to New Orleans?

The cheapest train tickets from Saint Paul to New Orleans start from $182. The average price for this train route is around $365. 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 Saint Paul to New Orleans?

The average train ride duration from Saint Paul to New Orleans is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1048 miles (1689 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul to New Orleans?

The earliest train departs from Saint Paul to New Orleans at 8:50am. And the latest train departs at 8:50am.

Train Saint Paul to New Orleans from $154 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Saint Paul to New Orleans on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 6h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 6h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Saint Paul to New Orleans on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 6h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	8:50am	Union Depot	1d 6h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 6:48 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Saint Paul to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 8 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1d 8hAverage Duration

1048 milesDistance

42kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$123 - $453	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 42kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$182 - $1,381	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 154kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Saint Paul, US and New Orleans?

Saint Paul, US

A
Union Depot
240 Kellogg Blvd E (Union Depot), St Paul, MN 55101
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New Orleans

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

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 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 $182

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Saint Paul, 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 Saint Paul to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Saint Paul to New Orleans start from $182. The average price for this train route is around $365. 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 Saint Paul to New Orleans?
The average train ride duration from Saint Paul to New Orleans is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1048 miles (1689 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 6h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul to New Orleans?
The earliest train departs from Saint Paul to New Orleans at 8:50am. And the latest train departs at 8:50am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/10

$295

12/11

$320

Today

$351

12/13

No data

12/14

$288

12/15

$263

12/16

No data

12/17

No data

The cheapest trip from Saint Paul, US to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $263

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

You can expect to pay from $263 to $781 for a train ticket from Saint Paul, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $263 which is on 2025-12-15.