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

The cheapest train tickets from Washington to New Orleans start from R 2 903. The average price for this train route is around R 3 596. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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

The average train journey time from Washington to New Orleans is 2d , covering a distance of 1556 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators serve the Washington 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 Washington to New Orleans?

The earliest train from Washington to New Orleans departs at 15:57. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

Train Washington to New Orleans from R 2 784 | Refundable Tickets

Next train departures

Next departures from Washington to New Orleans on 23 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:57	Union Station	2d	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
	Train	15:57	Union Station	2d	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Washington to New Orleans on 24 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	Cheapest
Train	18:30	Union Station	1d 3h	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	Fastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Washington to New Orleans on 25 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	Cheapest
Train	18:30	Union Station	1d 3h	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	Fastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Washington to New Orleans on 26 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	15:57	Union Station	2d	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	Cheapest
	Train	18:30	Union Station	1d 3h	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	Fastest

Next departures from Washington to New Orleans on 27 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:30	Union Station	1d 3h	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
Train	18:30	Union Station	1d 3h	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures from Washington to New Orleans on 28 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	18:30	Union Station	1d 3h	21:12	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
Train	15:57	Union Station	2d	15:47	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 1:07 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Washington 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, 13 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 678, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

1d 13hAverage duration

1579 kmDistance

39kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 1 678 - R 7 736	Average duration1d 13h	CO₂ emissions 39kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 2 903 - R 25 259	Average duration2d	CO₂ emissions 142kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Washington, DC, US and New Orleans?

Washington, DC, US

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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New Orleans

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

Amtrak

4/55 665 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi3.6

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 2 903

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Washington, DC, 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 Washington to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Washington to New Orleans start from R 2 903. The average price for this train route is around R 3 596. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Washington to New Orleans?
The average train journey time from Washington to New Orleans is 2d , covering a distance of 1556 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Washington 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 Washington to New Orleans?
The earliest train from Washington to New Orleans departs at 15:57. And the latest train departs at 18:30.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

19/12

R 3 403

20/12

R 3 403

Today

R 2 784

22/12

R 2 784

23/12

R 8 318

24/12

R 8 782

25/12

R 10 156

26/12

R 10 156

The cheapest trip from Washington, DC, US to New Orleans was searched and found on 21 Dec 2025 with a price of R 2 784

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

You can expect to pay from R 2 784 to R 24 385 for a train ticket from Washington, DC, US to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 784, which is on 2025-12-22.