Train tickets from New Orleans to Atlanta, GA

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Next departures from New Orleans to Atlanta on 4 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
    Union Passenger Terminal
    Peachtree StationCheapestFastest
    Amtrak
      Union Passenger Terminal
      Peachtree StationNo tags

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      Compare 2 ways to travel from New Orleans to Atlanta

      We recommend taking the train

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Atlanta. The journey takes about 12 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 995, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      1train per day
      12h 50mAverage duration
      687 kmDistance
      62kgCO₂ emissions
      Average priceR 646 - R 3 046Average duration11h 5m
      17kg CO₂e
      Average priceR 995 - R 1 271Average duration12h 50m
      62kg CO₂e

      Train New Orleans to Atlanta, GA: Trip Overview

      Please note, this information is subject to change.

      Average ticket priceR 995
      Average train trip duration12h 50m
      Number of daily trains1
      Earliest train departure09:10
      Distance687 km
      Latest train departure09:15

      New Orleans to Atlanta Train

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      Frequently asked questions on the trip New Orleans - Atlanta, GA

      1. How much does a cheap train ticket from New Orleans to Atlanta cost?

        The average train ticket price from New Orleans to Atlanta is R 995. The best way to find cheap train tickets from New Orleans to Atlanta is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

      2. How long is the train trip from New Orleans to Atlanta?

        A train trip between New Orleans and Atlanta is around 12h 50m, although the fastest train will take about 12h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 684 km that separates the two cities.

      3. How many daily train are there between New Orleans and Atlanta?

        The number of trains from New Orleans to Atlanta can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there is 1. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from New Orleans to Atlanta by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

      4. Which train companies travel from New Orleans to Atlanta?

        When taking the train from New Orleans to Atlanta, you can travel comfortably and safely with Amtrak.

      Find cheapest prices for trains

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

      Best price found
      01/11
      R 5 252
      02/11
      R 7 682
      Today
      R 1 207
      04/11
      R 941
      05/11
      R 941
      06/11
      R 941
      07/11
      R 941
      08/11
      R 941
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from New Orleans to Atlanta, GA was searched and found on 04 Nov 2025 with a price of R 941

      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 Atlanta, GA as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from R 941 to R 7 682 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Atlanta, GA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 941, which is on 2025-11-04.

      About Train Travel

      Train Travel Tips

      Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from New Orleans to Atlanta is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

      No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Atlanta, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

      By choosing the train between New Orleans and Atlanta, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

      Make a music playlist for your train ride from New Orleans to Atlanta and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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      Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

      The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

      What's the cheapest way to go from New Orleans to Atlanta, GA?

      busbud logoThe train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

      The best way to travel between New Orleans and Atlanta, GA is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 995 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 995. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Atlanta, GA, choose the train, as it will take you from New Orleans to Atlanta, GA in about 11h 5m – that's the fastest way to get there!

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