The cheapest and fastest trains from Cincinnati, OH to New Orleans, LA
Cheapest price
$591
Average price
$591
Fastest journey
1 d 18 h 25 m
Average duration
1 d 18 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1137 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cincinnati, OH to New Orleans, LA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cincinnati, OH to New Orleans, LA will cost around $591 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $591.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cincinnati, OH for New Orleans, LA on Fri, Jan 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 09 the direct trains cover the 1137 km distance in an average of 1 d 18 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 d 18 h 25 m .
On Fri, Jan 09 the slowest trains will take 1 d 18 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Cincinnati, OH to New Orleans, LA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cincinnati, OH to New Orleans, LA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €63, and a train costs an average of €183.
Distance: 706 miles (1137 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€295 Average price | €245 Average price | €119 Average price Cheapest |
34h 56m Average total duration 34h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 43m Average total duration 21h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cincinnati, OH to New Orleans, LA train times
The table below shows live departures for Cincinnati, OH to New Orleans, LA trains for tomorrow, Friday, January 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:37 AM Cincinnati, OH | 42h25 | 2:02 AM New Orleans, LA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cincinnati, OH to New Orleans, LA
Trains from Cincinnati, OH to New Orleans, LA run on average 1 times per day, taking around 34h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $228 (€183) but you can travel from only $79 (€63) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:41, the last at 13:45. The fastest train covers the 706 miles (1137 km) distance in 39h 6m.
Distance 706 miles (1137 km) |
Average train duration 34h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $228 (€183) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 39h 6m |
First train 01:41 |
Last train 13:45 |
Train companies: Amtrak from Cincinnati, OH to New Orleans, LA trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Cincinnati, OH and New Orleans, LA from $79 (€63). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Cincinnati, OH to New Orleans, LA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cincinnati, OH to New Orleans, LA by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at New Orleans, LA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cincinnati, OH to New Orleans, LA
- 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available at the station.
- Union Terminal Restaurant
- The Dining Car
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- Free for passengers
- Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza
- Hyatt Regency Cincinnati
- The Westin Cincinnati
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- The station includes a museum center and various exhibition halls.
- Bus: Several lines available
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station, accessible 24/7.
- Cochon Restaurant
- Herbsaint
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- Hyatt Regency New Orleans
- Le Pavillon Hotel
- Drury Plaza Hotel New Orleans
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms for Amtrak services
- Hall 3: bus and streetcar connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Streetcar: Loyola-UPT Line
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