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| Train | Old Town San Diego | Union Passenger Terminal | Fastest | ||||
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Compare 2 ways to travel from San Diego 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, 23 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £113, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5712 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at £160
Frequently asked questions about travelling from San Diego, CA, US to New Orleans by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from San Diego to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from San Diego to New Orleans start from £160. The average price for this train route is around £746. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from San Diego to New Orleans?
The average train journey time from San Diego to New Orleans is 2d 23h, covering a distance of 1604 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the San Diego to New Orleans route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from San Diego to New Orleans?
The earliest train from San Diego to New Orleans departs at 14:01. And the latest train departs at 16:10.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego, CA, US to New Orleans was searched and found on 9 Jan 2026 with a price of £183To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from San Diego, CA, US to New Orleans as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £183 to £1,609 for a train ticket from San Diego, CA, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £183, which is on 2026-01-09.
