How much is the train ticket from New Orleans to New York City?

The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to New York City start at $243. The average price for this train route is around $370. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from New Orleans to New York City?

The average train trip from New Orleans to New York City takes 2d 2h and covers 1885 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the New Orleans to New York City route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from New Orleans to New York City?

The earliest train from New Orleans to New York City departs at 9:10am. The latest train departs at 1:45pm.

Train New Orleans to New York City from $233 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for New Orleans to New York City on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 7h	10:23pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 2h	4:50pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 3h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 3h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 7h	10:23pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to New York City on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to New York City on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to New York City on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 3h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to New York City on December 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 7h	5:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 7h	5:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to New York City on December 20
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Cheapest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 7h	5:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	Fastest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 7h	5:48pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to New York City on December 21
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 3h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

Next departures for New Orleans to New York City on December 22
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	CheapestFastest
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	9:10am	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 10h	8:35pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 3h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags
Train	1:45pm	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 3h	6:42pm	Penn Station, Moynihan Train Hall	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from New Orleans to New York City

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New York City. The journey takes about 1 day, 10 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just $160, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

39bus per day

1d 10hAverage Duration

1883 kmDistance

47kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$160 - $645	Average Duration1d 10h	CO₂ emissions 47kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$243 - $3,060	Average Duration2d 2h	CO₂ emissions 171kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in New Orleans and New York City?

New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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New York City

A
Penn Station
254 W 31st St, New York, NY 10001, USA

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. 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 $243

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to New York City 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 New York City?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to New York City start at $243. The average price for this train route is around $370. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from New Orleans to New York City?
The average train trip from New Orleans to New York City takes 2d 2h and covers 1885 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 7h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the New Orleans to New York City route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from New Orleans to New York City?
The earliest train from New Orleans to New York City departs at 9:10am. 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

$690

12-14

$713

Today

$625

12-16

$380

12-17

$504

12-18

$465

12-19

$596

12-20

$566

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to New York City was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $380

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 New York City, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $380 to $2,883 for a train ticket from New Orleans to New York City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $380 which is on 2025-12-16.