How much is the train ticket from Miami to New Orleans?

The cheapest train tickets from Miami to New Orleans start from R 3 875. The average price for this train route is around R 5 894. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Miami to New Orleans is 3d 5h, covering a distance of 1067 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Miami to New Orleans 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 Miami to New Orleans?

The earliest train from Miami to New Orleans departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 11:05.

Train Miami to New Orleans from R 3 725 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Miami to New Orleans on 30 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:05	Amtrak Station	2d 15h	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	Cheapest
11:05	Amtrak Station	2d 11h	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	Fastest
07:05	Amtrak Station	2d 15h	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
11:05	Amtrak Station	3d 5h	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
07:05	Amtrak Station	3d 9h	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Miami to New Orleans on 31 January
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:05	Amtrak Station	3d 9h	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	Cheapest
07:05	Amtrak Station	2d 11h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	Fastest
07:05	Amtrak Station	2d 11h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
07:05	Amtrak Station	2d 13h	19:35	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
07:05	Amtrak Station	2d 13h	19:35	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Miami to New Orleans on 2 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:05	Amtrak Station	3d 5h	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	Cheapest
07:05	Amtrak Station	2d 11h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	Fastest
11:05	Amtrak Station	3d 5h	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
07:05	Amtrak Station	2d 11h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
07:05	Amtrak Station	2d 13h	19:35	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Miami to New Orleans on 3 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
07:05	Amtrak Station	2d 11h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
11:05	Amtrak Station	3d 5h	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
11:05	Amtrak Station	3d 5h	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
07:05	Amtrak Station	2d 11h	17:30	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
07:05	Amtrak Station	2d 13h	19:35	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Miami to New Orleans on 4 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
11:05	Amtrak Station	2d 11h	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
07:05	Amtrak Station	2d 15h	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
07:05	Amtrak Station	2d 15h	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
11:05	Amtrak Station	3d 5h	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
11:05	Amtrak Station	3d 5h	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:11 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Miami 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 1 day, 4 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 486, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

1d 4hAverage duration

1087 kmDistance

27kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 486 - R 5 436	Average duration1d 4h	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 3 875 - R 15 323	Average duration3d 5h	CO₂ emissions 97kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Miami, FL and New Orleans?

Miami, FL

A
Miami Central Train Station
NW 6 St, 33136, Miami

New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55 752 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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 about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 3 875

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Miami, FL to New Orleans by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Miami to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Miami to New Orleans start from R 3 875. The average price for this train route is around R 5 894. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Miami to New Orleans?
The average train journey time from Miami to New Orleans is 3d 5h, covering a distance of 1067 km. The quickest train can get you there in 2d 10h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Miami to New Orleans 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 Miami to New Orleans?
The earliest train from Miami to New Orleans departs at 07:05. And the latest train departs at 11:05.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

27/01

R 12 303

28/01

R 5 579

Today

R 4 257

30/01

R 6 305

31/01

R 7 643

01/02

No data

02/02

R 4 241

03/02

R 6 305

The cheapest trip from Miami, FL to New Orleans was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 4 241

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

You can expect to pay from R 4 241 to R 34 924 for a train ticket from Miami, FL to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 241, which is on 2026-02-02.