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

The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to New Orleans start from $171. The average price for this train route is around $171. 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 Philadelphia to New Orleans?

The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to New Orleans is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1086 miles (1752 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak .

Which train operators service the Philadelphia to New Orleans route?

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

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to New Orleans?

The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to New Orleans at 12:00pm. And the latest train departs at 3:38pm.

Train Philadelphia to New Orleans from $164 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Orleans on January 26
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 2h	5:30pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 2h	5:30pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 4h	7:35pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 4h	7:35pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Orleans on January 28
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 2h	5:30pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 2h	5:30pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 4h	7:35pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 4h	7:35pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Orleans on January 29
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
		3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Orleans on January 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
		3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
		3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Next departures for Philadelphia to New Orleans on January 31
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	CheapestFastest
3:38pm	30th Street Station	1d 6h	9:12pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
12:00pm	30th Street Station	2d 4h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
12:00pm	30th Street Station	2d 4h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags
12:00pm	30th Street Station	2d 4h	3:47pm	Union Passenger Terminal	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 6:57 AM EST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Philadelphia to New Orleans

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as the good way to reach New Orleans. The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $110, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

1d 11hAverage Duration

1099 milesDistance

44kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$110 - $456	Average Duration1d 11h	CO₂ emissions 44kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$171 - $1,233	Average Duration1d 6h	CO₂ emissions 159kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Amtrak

4/55,750 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5750 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 $171

Amtrak Philadelphia New Orleans recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the friendliness. I did not enjoy the lack of breaks to stretch and/or smoke.

Victoria Y.

July 31, 2025

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to New Orleans?
The cheapest train tickets from Philadelphia to New Orleans start from $171. The average price for this train route is around $171. 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 Philadelphia to New Orleans?
The average train ride duration from Philadelphia to New Orleans is 1d 6h, covering a distance of 1086 miles (1752 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 2h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Philadelphia to New Orleans route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Philadelphia to New Orleans?
The earliest train departs from Philadelphia to New Orleans at 12:00pm. And the latest train departs at 3:38pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

01/24

$289

01/25

$348

Today

$200

01/27

$164

01/28

$200

01/29

$164

01/30

$200

01/31

$200

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to New Orleans was searched and found on Jan 27, 2026 with a price of $164

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

You can expect to pay from $164 to $2,515 for a train ticket from Philadelphia, PA to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $164 which is on 2026-01-27.