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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | Depew Station | Union Passenger Terminal | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Exchange Street Station | Union Passenger Terminal | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Buffalo to New Orleans
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 20 hours and with fares starting at just $118, 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. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $169
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Buffalo, NY to New Orleans by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 $169. The average price for this train route is around $395. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Buffalo to New Orleans?
The average train ride duration from Buffalo to New Orleans is 1d 17h, covering a distance of 1091 miles (1760 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 13h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Buffalo to New Orleans route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Buffalo to New Orleans?
The earliest train departs from Buffalo to New Orleans at 12:39am. And the latest train departs at 4:45am.
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 Dec 23, 2025 with a price of $249To 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 $249 to $2,093 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 $249 which is on 2025-12-23.
