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

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Next departures from Portland to New Orleans on 23 December
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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 R 2 195, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
2d 16hAverage duration
3316 kmDistance
83kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 2 195 - R 12 711Average duration2d 16h
83kg CO₂e
Average priceR 4 719 - R 66 743Average 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 differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Portland to New Orleans?

    The cheapest train tickets from Portland to New Orleans start from R 4 719. The average price for this train route is around R 13 103. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 3316 km. The quickest train can get 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
R 10 003
21/12
R 40 386
Today
R 10 003
23/12
R 9 729
24/12
R 10 722
25/12
No data
26/12
R 46 209
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 R 9 729

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 R 9 729 to R 86 064 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 R 9 729, which is on 2025-12-23.

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