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

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to New Orleans start at $242. The average price for this train route is around $294. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

The average train trip from Philadelphia to New Orleans takes 1d 6h and covers 1752 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to New Orleans route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

The earliest train from Philadelphia to New Orleans departs at 12:00pm. The latest train departs at 3:38pm.

Train Philadelphia to New Orleans from $232 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Orleans on December 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Orleans on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
Train	12:00pm	30th Street Station	2d 4h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
Train	12:00pm	30th Street Station	2d 4h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
Train	12:00pm	30th Street Station	2d 4h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Orleans on December 14
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Orleans on December 15
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Orleans on December 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Orleans on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Orleans on December 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Orleans on December 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:24 PM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia 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, 13 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $165, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day

1d 13hAverage Duration

1765 kmDistance

44kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$165 - $541	Average Duration1d 13h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$242 - $2,634	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 159kg CO₂e

Train companies

Amtrak

4/55,639 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5639 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $242

Amtrak Philadelphia New Orleans recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the friendliness. I did not enjoy the lack of breaks to stretch and/or smoke.

Victoria Y.

July 31, 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to New Orleans start at $242. The average price for this train route is around $294. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
The average train trip from Philadelphia to New Orleans takes 1d 6h and covers 1752 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Philadelphia to New Orleans route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
The earliest train from Philadelphia to New Orleans departs at 12:00pm. The latest train departs at 3:38pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12-10

$408

12-11

$492

Today

$492

12-13

$408

12-14

$593

12-15

$408

12-16

$283

12-17

$408

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to New Orleans was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $283

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

You can expect to pay from $283 to $3,194 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $283 which is on 2025-12-16.