Train from Boston, MA, US to New Orleans: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Boston to New Orleans on 1 December
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Back Bay Station
Union Passenger TerminalCheapestFastest
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Back Bay Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
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Back Bay Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
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Back Bay Station
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags
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South Station (Train Terminal)
Union Passenger TerminalNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Boston 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, 21 hours and with fares starting at just £94, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13bus per day
1d 21hAverage duration
1362 milesDistance
55kgCO₂ emissions
Average price£94 - £366Average duration1d 21h
55kg CO₂e
Average price£167 - £2,282Average duration1d 13h
199kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Boston, MA, 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.

  1. How much does a train ticket cost from Boston to New Orleans?

    The cheapest train tickets from Boston to New Orleans start from £167. The average price for this train route is around £330. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Boston to New Orleans?

    The average train journey time from Boston to New Orleans is 1d 13h, covering a distance of 1355 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 1d 9h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators serve the Boston to New Orleans route?

    Several major train operators run on this route with 7 trains available per day, including services from Amtrak, Amtrak Acela.

  4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Boston to New Orleans?

    The earliest train from Boston to New Orleans departs at 08:12. And the latest train departs at 12:57.

  5. Which is the best train operator from Boston to New Orleans?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 14 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Boston to New Orleans?

    According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Amtrak Acela has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Boston to New Orleans?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Amtrak Acela, with a punctuality rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Boston to New Orleans?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found
27/11
£312
28/11
£1,542
Today
£559
30/11
£388
01/12
£350
02/12
£304
03/12
£222
04/12
£258
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to New Orleans was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £222

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

You can expect to pay from £222 to £2,164 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £222, which is on 2025-12-03.

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