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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Union Passenger Terminal | Cheapest | |||||
| Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Union Passenger Terminal | Fastest | |||||
| Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Union Passenger Terminal | No tags | |||||
| Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | Union Passenger Terminal | No tags | |||||
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Compare 2 ways to go from Albany to New Orleans
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 22 hours, and with fares starting at just $183, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Albany, NY and New Orleans?
Train companies
Based on 5741 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $306
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Albany, NY 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 Albany to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Albany to New Orleans start at $313. The average price for this train route is around $712. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Albany to New Orleans?
The average train trip from Albany to New Orleans takes 1d 21h and covers 2027 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 8h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Albany to New Orleans route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Albany to New Orleans?
The earliest train from Albany to New Orleans departs at 10:05am. The latest train departs at 7:05pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Albany, NY to New Orleans was searched and found on Jan 23, 2026 with a price of $254To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Albany, NY to New Orleans, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $254 to $2,864 for a train ticket from Albany, NY to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $254 which is on 2026-01-23.
