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

The cheapest train tickets from Houston to New Orleans start from R 970. The average price for this train route is around R 970. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Houston to New Orleans is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 511 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 30m and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Houston to New Orleans route?

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

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

The earliest train from Houston to New Orleans departs at 12:10. And the latest train departs at 12:10.

Train Houston to New Orleans from R 917 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Houston to New Orleans on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:10	Amtrak Station	9h 30m	21:40	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:10	Amtrak Station	9h 30m	21:40	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Houston to New Orleans on 16 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:10	Amtrak Station	9h 30m	21:40	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:10	Amtrak Station	9h 30m	21:40	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Houston to New Orleans on 19 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	12:10	Amtrak Station	9h 30m	21:40	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	12:10	Amtrak Station	9h 30m	21:40	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:12 AM CST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Houston 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 6 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 608, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

6h 35mAverage duration

516 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 608 - R 2 052	Average duration6h 35m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 970 - R 1 399	Average duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 46kg 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 Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 970

Amtrak Houston New Orleans recent customer reviews

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11 February 2024

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Houston, US 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 Houston to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Houston to New Orleans start from R 970. The average price for this train route is around R 970. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Houston to New Orleans?
The average train journey time from Houston to New Orleans is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 511 km. The quickest train can get you there in 9h 30m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Houston to New Orleans route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Houston to New Orleans?
The earliest train from Houston to New Orleans departs at 12:10. And the latest train departs at 12:10.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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R 1 332

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R 1 124

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R 1 124

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The cheapest trip from Houston, US to New Orleans was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 124

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 124 to R 6 310 for a train ticket from Houston, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 124, which is on 2025-12-14.