Train from Tucson to New Orleans: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Tucson to New Orleans on January 19
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Compare 2 ways to go from Tucson 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, 9 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $114, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
1d 9hAverage Duration
1241 milesDistance
50kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$114 - $402Average Duration1d 9h
50kg CO₂e
Average Price$156 - $272Average Duration1d 11h
182kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Tucson 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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Tucson to New Orleans?

    The cheapest train tickets from Tucson to New Orleans start from $156. The average price for this train route is around $156. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Tucson to New Orleans?

    The average train ride duration from Tucson to New Orleans is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1242 miles (2002 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by Amtrak.

  3. Which train operators service the Tucson to New Orleans route?

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

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Tucson to New Orleans?

    The earliest train departs from Tucson to New Orleans at 8:53am. And the latest train departs at 8:53am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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01/16
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01/17
$149
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01/19
$149
01/20
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01/21
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01/22
$219
01/23
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Tucson to New Orleans was searched and found on Jan 17, 2026 with a price of $149

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

You can expect to pay from $149 to $1,199 for a train ticket from Tucson to New Orleans based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $149 which is on 2026-01-19.

What's the cheapest way to go from Tucson to New Orleans?

busbud logoThe Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

The best way to travel between Tucson and New Orleans is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $156 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $156. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to New Orleans, choose the train, as it will take you from Tucson to New Orleans in about 1d 9h - that's the fastest way to get there!

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