How much does a train ticket cost from New Orleans to Richmond?

The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Richmond start from £141. The average price for this train route is around £218. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from New Orleans to Richmond?

The average train journey time from New Orleans to Richmond is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 893 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the New Orleans to Richmond route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from New Orleans to Richmond departs at 09:10. And the latest train departs at 13:45.

Train New Orleans to Richmond from £136 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Richmond on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 4h	19:18	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 1h	15:57	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 1h	15:57	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 4h	19:18	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 4h	19:18	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Richmond on 6 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:10	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 11h	21:15	Staples Mill Road	Cheapest
Train	09:10	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 5h	15:57	Staples Mill Road	Fastest
Train	09:10	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 5h	15:57	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	09:10	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 11h	21:15	Staples Mill Road	No tags
Train	09:10	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 11h	21:15	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Richmond on 9 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 1h	15:57	Staples Mill Road	CheapestFastest
	Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	2d 1h	15:57	Staples Mill Road	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 05:32 CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Richmond

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Richmond. The journey takes about 1 day and with fares starting at just £79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day

1d Average duration

891 milesDistance

36kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£79 - £269	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 36kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£141 - £418	Average duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 131kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in New Orleans and Richmond, VA, US?

New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Richmond, VA, US

A
Main Street Station
1520 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA
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B
Staples Mill Road
Richmond Staples Mill Road Amtrak Station, Dumbarton, VA 23228, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,755 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wi‑Fi3.6

Based on 5755 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 £141

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Richmond, VA, US 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 New Orleans to Richmond?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Richmond start from £141. The average price for this train route is around £218. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from New Orleans to Richmond?
The average train journey time from New Orleans to Richmond is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 893 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the New Orleans to Richmond route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from New Orleans to Richmond?
The earliest train from New Orleans to Richmond departs at 09:10. And the latest train departs at 13:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

02/02

£257

03/02

£314

Today

£235

05/02

£223

06/02

£160

07/02

No data

08/02

£160

09/02

£235

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Richmond, VA, US was searched and found on 6 Feb 2026 with a price of £160

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 Richmond, VA, US as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £160 to £834 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Richmond, VA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £160, which is on 2026-02-06.