Trains tickets from Pittsburgh to New Orleans

Today29 Jul
from US$426
Tomorrow30 Jul
Thu31 Jul
from US$320
Fri1 Aug
from US$354
Sat2 Aug
Sun3 Aug
from US$401
Mon4 Aug
from US$354
Tue5 Aug
from US$320

Trains leaving Thursday

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: Union Passenger Terminal
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: Union Passenger Terminal
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: Union Passenger Terminal
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 1 August at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: Union Passenger Terminal
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: 31 July at
    Departure city: Pittsburgh
    Departure location: Union Station
    Arrival time: 2 August at
    Destination city: New Orleans
    Destination location: Union Passenger Terminal
    Operated by: AmtrakAmtrak
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Pittsburgh to New Orleans

Bus
Average priceUS$118 - US$486Average duration1d 9h
37kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$225 - US$1,344Average duration1d 16h
135kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the bus from Pittsburgh 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, 9 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just US$118, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5bus per day
1d 9hAverage duration
US$118Cheapest ticket
37kgCO₂ emissions

Train Pittsburgh to New Orleans: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$364
Average train trip duration1d 16h
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure05:20
Distance919 miles
Latest train departure23:59

Pittsburgh to New Orleans Train

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We make it our job to connect you with the most dependable companies that offer train services from Pittsburgh to New Orleans.

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

Frequently asked questions on the trip Pittsburgh - New Orleans

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

    The average train ticket price from Pittsburgh to New Orleans is US$364. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Pittsburgh to New Orleans 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 Pittsburgh to New Orleans?

    A train trip between Pittsburgh and New Orleans is around 1d 16h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 14h. This is the time it takes to travel the 919 miles that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of trains from Pittsburgh to New Orleans can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Pittsburgh to New Orleans by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

    When taking the train from Pittsburgh to New Orleans, 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
27/07
US$261
28/07
US$505
Today
US$410
30/07
No data
31/07
US$308
01/08
US$340
02/08
US$261
03/08
US$386
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Pittsburgh to New Orleans was searched and found on 27 Jul 2025 with a price of US$261

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

You can expect to pay from US$261 to US$1,197 for a train ticket from Pittsburgh to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$261, which is on 2025-08-02.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Pittsburgh and New Orleans is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in New Orleans.

Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to New Orleans, 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 Pittsburgh and New Orleans, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Create your own real-life musical score by curating a personalised train travel playlist – the perfect accompaniment for your journey from Pittsburgh to New Orleans.

Did you know?

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

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Train from New Orleans to Pittsburgh

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