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

The cheapest train tickets from Cincinnati to New Orleans start from $179. The average price for this train route is around $276. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

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

The average train ride duration from Cincinnati to New Orleans is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 706 miles (1138 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Cincinnati to New Orleans route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cincinnati to New Orleans?

The earliest train departs from Cincinnati to New Orleans at 1:41am. And the latest train departs at 3:37am.

Train Cincinnati to New Orleans from $191 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Cincinnati to New Orleans on January 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	2:21am	Union Terminal	1d 14h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Cincinnati to New Orleans on January 23
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:37am	Union Terminal	1d 18h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:37am	Union Terminal	1d 18h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:36 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Cincinnati to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 23 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $91, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

23h 10mAverage Duration

707 milesDistance

28kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$91 - $303	Average Duration23h 10m	CO₂ emissions 28kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$179 - $1,304	Average Duration1d 15h	CO₂ emissions 104kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,740 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5740 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $179

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cincinnati to New Orleans by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Cincinnati to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Cincinnati to New Orleans start from $179. The average price for this train route is around $276. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cincinnati to New Orleans?
The average train ride duration from Cincinnati to New Orleans is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 706 miles (1138 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 14h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Cincinnati to New Orleans route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cincinnati to New Orleans?
The earliest train departs from Cincinnati to New Orleans at 1:41am. And the latest train departs at 3:37am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/15

$335

01/16

$286

Today

$463

01/18

No data

01/19

$781

01/20

No data

01/21

No data

01/22

$231

The cheapest trip from Cincinnati to New Orleans was searched and found on Jan 22, 2026 with a price of $231

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

You can expect to pay from $231 to $970 for a train ticket from Cincinnati to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $231 which is on 2026-01-22.