How much does a train ticket cost from New Orleans to Chicago?

The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Chicago start from £88. The average price for this train route is around £104. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from New Orleans to Chicago is 23h 15m, covering a distance of 834 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 19h 30m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the New Orleans to Chicago route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from New Orleans to Chicago departs at 13:45. And the latest train departs at 13:45.

Train New Orleans to Chicago from £84 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 27 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	23h 15m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	19h 30m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	19h 30m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	23h 15m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 28 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	19h 30m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	23h 15m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 29 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	19h 30m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	19h 30m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	23h 15m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	23h 15m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 30 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	19h 30m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	19h 30m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	23h 15m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	23h 15m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 31 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	19h 30m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	19h 30m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	23h 15m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	23h 15m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	23h 15m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 1 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Cheapest
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	19h 30m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	Fastest
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	19h 30m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	23h 15m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	23h 15m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 3 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	19h 30m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	19h 30m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	23h 15m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	23h 15m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	23h 15m	13:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Chicago

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Chicago. The journey takes about 1 day and with fares starting at just £66, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

1d Average duration

834 milesDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£66 - £319	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£88 - £513	Average duration23h 15m	CO₂ emissions 122kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in New Orleans and Chicago?

New Orleans

A
Union Passenger Terminal
1001 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, USA
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Chicago

A
Union Station
225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,679 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

Based on 5679 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 £88

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from New Orleans to Chicago 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 New Orleans to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Chicago start from £88. The average price for this train route is around £104. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from New Orleans to Chicago?
The average train journey time from New Orleans to Chicago is 23h 15m, covering a distance of 834 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 19h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the New Orleans to Chicago route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from New Orleans to Chicago?
The earliest train from New Orleans to Chicago departs at 13:45. And the latest train departs at 13:45.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

24/12

£174

25/12

£166

Today

£191

27/12

£224

28/12

£422

29/12

£167

30/12

£169

31/12

£145

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Chicago was searched and found on 31 Dec 2025 with a price of £145

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

You can expect to pay from £145 to £686 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £145, which is on 2025-12-31.