Next departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Gainesville on 22 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Union Passenger Terminal
Gainesville StationCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Union Passenger Terminal
Gainesville StationNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Gainesville

Average priceUS$56 - US$92Average duration1d
19kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Average priceUS$119 - US$146Average duration14h 11m
69kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from New Orleans to Gainesville

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Gainesville. The journey takes about 1 day and with fares starting at just US$56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
1d Average duration
US$56Cheapest ticket
19kgCO₂ emissions

Train New Orleans to Gainesville, GA: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$119
Average train trip duration14h 11m
Number of daily trains1
Earliest train departure09:10
Distance473 miles

New Orleans to Gainesville Train

Busbud helps you find a train from New Orleans to Gainesville. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find trains with WiFi and electrical outlets.

We make sure you can find a train service from New Orleans to Gainesville from the most reliable train companies operating this trip.

Whether it is train tickets or first class train tickets going to Gainesville from New Orleans, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip New Orleans - Gainesville, GA

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

    The average train ticket price from New Orleans to Gainesville is US$119. The best way to find cheap train tickets from New Orleans to Gainesville is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from New Orleans to Gainesville?

    A train trip between New Orleans and Gainesville is around 14h 11m, although the fastest train will take about 14h 11m. This is the time it takes to travel the 473 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between New Orleans and Gainesville?

    The number of trains from New Orleans to Gainesville can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from New Orleans to Gainesville by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which train companies travel from New Orleans to Gainesville?

    When taking the train from New Orleans to Gainesville, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
19/09
US$113
20/09
US$113
Today
US$113
22/09
US$139
23/09
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25/09
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New Orleans to Gainesville, GA was searched and found on 19 Sept 2025 with a price of US$113

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 Gainesville, GA as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$113 to US$470 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Gainesville, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$139, which is on 2025-09-22.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

There are many train stations in the world, explore station pages on Busbud to get all information you need.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Gainesville you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between New Orleans and Gainesville, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from New Orleans to Gainesville while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

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