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- This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: May 31 atDeparture city: New OrleansDeparture location: Union Passenger TerminalArrival time: June 2 atDestination city: Los AngelesDestination location: Union StationOperated by: Amtrak
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- Departure time: May 31 atDeparture city: New OrleansDeparture location: Union Passenger TerminalArrival time: June 2 atDestination city: Los AngelesDestination location: Union StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: May 31 atDeparture city: New OrleansDeparture location: Union Passenger TerminalArrival time: June 3 atDestination city: Los AngelesDestination location: Union StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
- Departure time: May 31 atDeparture city: New OrleansDeparture location: Union Passenger TerminalArrival time: June 3 atDestination city: Los AngelesDestination location: Union StationOperated by: AmtrakVehicle: TrainDuration:
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from New Orleans to Los AngelesAmong the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Los Angeles. The journey takes about 1 day, 23 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $142, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train New Orleans to Los Angeles: Trip Overview
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Based on 5152 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 $138.00
New Orleans to Los Angeles Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from New Orleans to Los Angeles was searched and found on May 29, 2025 with a price of $261To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from New Orleans to Los Angeles, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $261 to $2,185 for a train ticket from New Orleans to Los Angeles based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $261 which is on 2025-05-29.
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Whether you take a regional or high-speed train to Los Angeles, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between New Orleans and Los Angeles compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from New Orleans to Los Angeles while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
You can find the straightest railway in the world in Australia. This railway line is 478 kilometres long and is also considered the longest and straightest railway line in the world.
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