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

The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Chicago start from R 1 990. The average price for this train route is around R 2 384. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 1345 km. The quickest train can get 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 R 1 903 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 12 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	19h 30m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d	14:00	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	1d	14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	21:45	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 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d	14:00	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	1d	14:00	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 15 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	1d	14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d	14:00	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 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d	14:00	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	1d	14:00	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 17 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	19h 30m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 18 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	19h 30m	09:15	Chicago (Union Station), IL	CheapestFastest

Next departures from New Orleans to Chicago on 19 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	1d 8h	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags
Train	13:45	Union Passenger Terminal	1d 8h	21:45	Chicago (Union Station), IL	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 11:10 PM CST.

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 R 1 482, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

1d Average duration

1345 kmDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 482 - R 8 182	Average duration1d	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 1 990 - R 7 377	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

4/55 639 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 1 990

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from New Orleans to Chicago?
The cheapest train tickets from New Orleans to Chicago start from R 1 990. The average price for this train route is around R 2 384. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 1345 km. The quickest train can get 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

10/12

R 3 770

11/12

R 11 258

Today

R 14 232

13/12

R 3 770

14/12

R 3 770

15/12

R 3 960

16/12

R 3 770

17/12

R 10 134

The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Chicago was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 3 770

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 R 3 770 to R 14 232 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 R 3 770, which is on 2025-12-13.