Train from Portland, OR to New Orleans: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Portland to New Orleans on 23 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Union Station
Union Passenger TerminalCheapest
Amtrak
Union Station
Union Passenger TerminalFastest
Amtrak
Union Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
Amtrak
Union Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Portland to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 2 days, 16 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
2d 16hAverage duration
2056 milesDistance
83kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£98 - £566Average duration2d 16h
83kg CO₂e
Average price£210 - £2,969Average duration3d 7h
302kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Portland, OR 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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Portland to New Orleans?

    The cheapest train tickets from Portland to New Orleans start from £210. The average price for this train route is around £583. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Portland to New Orleans?

    The average train journey time from Portland to New Orleans is 3d 7h, covering a distance of 2056 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 21h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Portland to New Orleans route?

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

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Portland to New Orleans?

    The earliest train from Portland to New Orleans departs at 06:45. And the latest train departs at 16:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
20/12
£445
21/12
£1,797
Today
£445
23/12
£433
24/12
£477
25/12
No data
26/12
£2,056
27/12
No data
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Portland, OR to New Orleans was searched and found on 23 Dec 2025 with a price of £433

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

You can expect to pay from £433 to £3,829 for a train ticket from Portland, OR to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £433, which is on 2025-12-23.

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