How much is the train ticket from South Bend to New Orleans?

The cheapest train tickets from South Bend to New Orleans start from $156. The average price for this train route is around $270. 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 South Bend to New Orleans?

The average train ride duration from South Bend to New Orleans is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 836 miles (1349 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the South Bend to New Orleans 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 South Bend to New Orleans?

The earliest train departs from South Bend to New Orleans at 7:51am. And the latest train departs at 9:09pm.

Train South Bend to New Orleans from $151 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for South Bend to New Orleans on January 26
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	9:07am	South Bend Station	1d 7h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	9:07am	South Bend Station	1d 7h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures for South Bend to New Orleans on January 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:09pm	South Bend Station	2d 1h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	Cheapest
Train	9:07am	South Bend Station	1d 7h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	Fastest
Train	7:51am	South Bend Station	1d 8h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
Train	7:51am	South Bend Station	1d 8h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
Train	9:07am	South Bend Station	1d 7h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 3:10 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from South Bend 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, 9 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

1d 9hAverage Duration

836 milesDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$124 - $478	Average Duration1d 9h	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$156 - $2,146	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 123kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5750 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

US train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, Amtrak Acela, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Iryo

Frequently asked questions about traveling from South Bend 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 South Bend to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from South Bend to New Orleans start from $156. The average price for this train route is around $270. 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 South Bend to New Orleans?
The average train ride duration from South Bend to New Orleans is 1d 8h, covering a distance of 836 miles (1349 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the South Bend to New Orleans 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 South Bend to New Orleans?
The earliest train departs from South Bend to New Orleans at 7:51am. And the latest train departs at 9:09pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/24

$156

01/25

$189

Today

$200

01/27

$180

01/28

No data

01/29

No data

01/30

$320

01/31

$151

The cheapest trip from South Bend to New Orleans was searched and found on Jan 31, 2026 with a price of $151

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

You can expect to pay from $151 to $956 for a train ticket from South Bend to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $151 which is on 2026-01-31.