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Compare 2 ways to travel from Los Angeles 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, 21 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just £101, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Los Angeles, US and New Orleans?
Los Angeles, US
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Ramirez Street bus stop
530 Ramirez St, Los Angeles, CA 90012, USA - B571-581 Gayley Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024, USA
Train Companies
Based on 5752 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 Wi‑Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £130
Amtrak Los Angeles New Orleans recent customer reviews
Erick & Brian were the most accommodating, friendly, and energized for the two days I was on that train. We need more people like them. They enjoy their job, they are passionate about people.
Joel J.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Los Angeles, US to New Orleans by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Los Angeles to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Los Angeles to New Orleans start from £130. The average price for this train route is around £258. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Los Angeles to New Orleans?
The average train journey time from Los Angeles to New Orleans is 2d 20h, covering a distance of 1666 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Los Angeles to New Orleans route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Los Angeles to New Orleans?
The earliest train from Los Angeles to New Orleans departs at 17:19. And the latest train departs at 22:00.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Los Angeles, US to New Orleans was searched and found on 1 Feb 2026 with a price of £153To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Los Angeles, US to New Orleans as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £153 to £1,428 for a train ticket from Los Angeles, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £153, which is on 2026-02-01.
