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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Depew Station | Union Passenger Terminal | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Exchange Street Station | Union Passenger Terminal | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Buffalo 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, 20 hours and with fares starting at just R 2 022, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Buffalo, NY and New Orleans?
Train Companies
Based on 5665 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 R 2 902
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Buffalo, NY to New Orleans by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Buffalo to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Buffalo to New Orleans start from R 2 902. The average price for this train route is around R 6 779. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Buffalo to New Orleans?
The average train journey time from Buffalo to New Orleans is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 1760 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Buffalo 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 Buffalo to New Orleans?
The earliest train from Buffalo to New Orleans departs at 00:39. And the latest train departs at 04:45.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Buffalo, NY to New Orleans was searched and found on 23 Dec 2025 with a price of R 4 279To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Buffalo, NY to New Orleans as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 4 279 to R 35 962 for a train ticket from Buffalo, NY to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 279, which is on 2025-12-23.
